Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Design standards for consistent, intuitive Apple platform experiences.

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The Apple Human Interface Guidelines (HIG) provide detailed guidance, best practices, and design fundamentals for building apps and games that feel native on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. Covering topics such as layout, typography, color, icons, accessibility, components, and emerging technologies, the HIG helps designers and developers create intuitive, harmonious, and accessible user experiences that align with Apple’s ecosystem.