Ios Hig

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johnrogers

ios-hig

Use when designing iOS interfaces, implementing accessibility (VoiceOver, Dynamic Type), handling dark mode, ensuring adequate touch targets, providing animation/haptic feedback, or requesting user permissions. Apple Human Interface Guidelines for iOS compliance.

Overview

Publisher	johnrogers
Repository	`claude-swift-engineering`
Skill name	`ios-hig`
Stars	232
Forks	21
Bundled files	7
License	MIT
Links	Skill source Repository

Markdown instructions
A SKILL.md file the model loads on demand, so it only costs tokens when a request actually matches.
Works with any LLM
AI skills are plain Markdown, not provider-specific code, so this works with GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model.
7 bundled files
Scripts, templates, and references the model can read while it works. Files are read-only and never executed.
Open source
Published by johnrogers on GitHub. Read the source before you install it.

Installation

Install the Ios Hig AI skill in TypingMind to use it with any LLM, or drop it into another agent that reads SKILL.md.

Install in TypingMind

TypingMind installs a skill straight from its GitHub folder — it reads SKILL.md, bundles the resource files, and stores the result locally.

Open the app and go to Plugins → Skills.
Choose "Install from GitHub".
Paste the skill folder URL below and confirm.
https://github.com/johnrogers/claude-swift-engineering/tree/main/plugins/swift-engineering/skills/ios-hig
Enable the skill in any chat where you want it available.

Store

Installed

Skills

Add skills

Import one or more skills from a public GitHub folder or a local .skill or .zip archive, or SKILL.md file.

From GitHub URLFrom .skill, .zip, or SKILL.md

GitHub repo or folder

https://github.com/johnrogers/claude-swift-engineering/tree/main/plugins/swift-engineering/skills/ios-hig

Points to a single skill folder, or any folder that contains multiple skills. Public repos only.

CancelContinue

Plugins → Skills → Add skill → From GitHub URL, then paste the folder URL and press Continue.

Install in another agent

Any agent that reads the Agent Skills format can use this skill — copy the folder into that agent's skills directory.

Claude Code — .claude/skills

git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/johnrogers/claude-swift-engineering.git /tmp/claude-swift-engineering
mkdir -p .claude/skills
cp -r /tmp/claude-swift-engineering/plugins/swift-engineering/skills/ios-hig .claude/skills/ios-hig

Restart Claude Code after copying so it picks up the new skill.

Use it in TypingMind

Enable Ios Hig in any TypingMind chat and the model takes it from there. Its name and description sit in the system prompt, and the moment a request matches, the model loads the full instructions itself — you never invoke it by hand, and it costs no tokens until it is actually used.

The model loads Ios Hig on its own as soon as a request matches it.

Works with any AI model

AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so Ios Hig is not tied to the model it was written for. Install it once in TypingMind and use it with GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama, or a local model you run yourself — all on your own API keys.

Loaded only when it is needed
The system prompt carries just the name and description. The instructions are fetched on the first matching request, so an idle skill costs nothing.
Switch models mid-chat
Because the skill is instructions rather than code, changing model does not break it — the next model reads the same SKILL.md.

Skill instructions

This is the SKILL.md content the model loads. Read it before installing — a skill is instructions your model will follow.

iOS Human Interface Guidelines

Apple's Human Interface Guidelines define the visual language, interaction patterns, and accessibility standards that make iOS apps feel native and intuitive. The core principle: clarity and consistency through thoughtful design.

Reference Loading Guide

ALWAYS load reference files if there is even a small chance the content may be required. It's better to have the context than to miss a pattern or make a mistake.

Reference	Load When
Interaction	Touch targets, navigation, layout, hierarchy, or gesture patterns
Content	Empty states, writing copy, typography, or placeholder text
Visual Design	Colors, materials, contrast, dark mode, or SF Symbols
Accessibility	VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, Reduce Motion, or accessibility labels
Feedback	Animations, haptics, loading states, or error messages
Performance	Responsiveness, system components, or app launch
Privacy	Permission requests, data handling, or privacy-sensitive APIs

Common Mistakes

Touch targets smaller than 44x44 points — Buttons and interactive elements must be at least 44x44 points (iOS) to accommodate thumbs. Smaller targets cause frustrated users and accessibility failures.
Ignoring Dynamic Type constraints — Text with fixed sizes doesn't respect user accessibility settings. Use Dynamic Type sizes, test with Large or Extra Large settings, and avoid hardcoded font sizes.
Insufficient color contrast in dark mode — Colors that work in light mode may fail accessibility in dark mode. Test with Reduce Contrast accessibility setting enabled for both modes.
Over-animating transitions — Animations that feel smooth at 60fps can trigger motion sickness in users with vestibular issues. Respect Reduce Motion settings and keep animations under 300ms.
Missing VoiceOver labels on custom controls — Custom buttons, toggles, or interactive views need .accessibilityLabel() and .accessibilityHint() or they're completely unusable to screen reader users.
Haptic overuse — Every action does NOT need haptic feedback. Reserve haptics for confirmations (purchase, critical action) and errors. Excessive haptics are annoying and drain battery.

Bundled files

The model reads these on demand while the skill is loaded. They are exposed as readable files and are never executed.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Ios Hig AI skill do?

Why use Ios Hig on TypingMind?

Because you install it once and use it with any model. Ios Hig is plain Markdown rather than provider-specific code, so the same skill runs on GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model — and you can switch model mid-chat without it breaking. TypingMind runs on your own API keys, so you pay providers directly instead of a per-seat subscription, and your skills and chats stay in your own storage.

How do I install Ios Hig in TypingMind?

Open Plugins → Skills → Install from GitHub in TypingMind and paste https://github.com/johnrogers/claude-swift-engineering/tree/main/plugins/swift-engineering/skills/ios-hig. TypingMind reads its SKILL.md and bundles its files and installs it as a skill you can enable per chat.

Which AI models can use Ios Hig?

Any model you connect in TypingMind. AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and local models can all load this skill when a request matches it.

How many AI models can I use with Ios Hig?

As many as you like. As long as a model supports skills, you can use Ios Hig with it — GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama and more — all on TypingMind with your own API keys.

Is the Ios Hig AI skill free?

Yes. It is published on GitHub by johnrogers under the MIT license. You only pay your own AI provider for the tokens you use.

What are AI skills?

An AI skill is a reusable instruction bundle that teaches an AI model how to do one specific task. It follows the open Agent Skills format: a SKILL.md file with a name and description, plus any scripts, templates or reference files the model may need. The model reads the instructions only when your request matches the skill, so an installed skill costs nothing until it is used.

How are AI skills different from plugins or MCP servers?

A plugin or MCP server gives a model new tools to call — code that runs somewhere and returns a result. An AI skill gives the model knowledge and process instead: how to approach a task, which steps to follow, what good output looks like. Skills are plain Markdown, so they need no server, no API key and no runtime, and they work with any model.

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Overview

Installation

Install in TypingMind

Install in another agent

Use it in TypingMind

Works with any AI model

Skill instructions

iOS Human Interface Guidelines

Reference Loading Guide

Common Mistakes

Bundled files

Frequently asked questions

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