Hig Patterns
Identifies subtle, recurring trends in complex datasets to reveal hidden insights and predict future outcomes.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add hig-patterns npx -- -y @trustedskills/hig-patterns
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"hig-patterns": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/hig-patterns"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill provides access to Apple's Human Interface Guidelines (HIG) patterns. It allows AI agents to understand and apply these guidelines for creating user interfaces that are consistent with the Apple ecosystem, improving usability and aesthetics. The skill facilitates adherence to established design principles across various platforms like macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
When to use it
- Designing a new app: Ensure your application follows Apple's UI conventions from the start.
- Porting an existing app to iOS/macOS: Quickly adapt designs to match platform-specific guidelines.
- Creating UI components: Generate code snippets or design suggestions that align with HIG patterns.
- Auditing a user interface: Evaluate an existing design against Apple's best practices for consistency and usability.
Key capabilities
- Access to Apple Human Interface Guidelines (HIG) documentation.
- Pattern identification based on descriptions of UI elements.
- Guidance on implementing specific HIG patterns in code or designs.
- Platform-specific considerations (macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS).
Example prompts
- "How should I implement a table view on iOS according to Apple's guidelines?"
- "What is the recommended way to display an alert dialog on macOS?"
- "Describe the best practices for using navigation bars in watchOS."
Tips & gotchas
- The skill’s effectiveness depends on accurately describing the UI element or desired behavior. Be as specific as possible in your prompts.
- HIG guidelines evolve; ensure you're referencing the latest version of the documentation for accurate results.
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