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hig-project-context

Create or update a shared Apple design context document that other HIG skills use to tailor guidance. Use when the user says "set up my project context," "what platforms am I targeting," "configure HIG settings," or when starting a new Apple platform project. Also activates when other HIG skills need project context but none exists yet. This skill creates .claude/apple-design-context.md so that hig-foundations, hig-platforms, hig-components-, hig-inputs, and hig-technologies can provide targeted advice without repetitive questions.

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Install

Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.

npx skills add https://github.com/raintree-technology/hig-doctor --skill hig-project-context
  1. 01

    Install

    Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.

  2. 02

    Describe the task

    Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads hig-project-context automatically when relevant.

  3. 03

    Review the result

    The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.

SKILL.md

The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.

Apple HIG: Project Context

Create and maintain .claude/apple-design-context.md so other HIG skills can skip redundant questions.

Check for .claude/apple-design-context.md before asking questions. Use existing context and only ask for information not already covered.

Gathering Context

Before asking questions, auto-discover context from:

  1. README.md -- Product description, platform targets
  2. Package.swift / .xcodeproj -- Supported platforms, minimum OS versions, dependencies
  3. Info.plist -- App category, required capabilities, supported orientations
  4. Existing code -- Import statements reveal frameworks (SwiftUI vs UIKit, HealthKit, etc.)
  5. Assets.xcassets -- Color assets, icon sets, dark mode variants
  6. Accessibility audit -- Grep for accessibility modifiers/attributes

Present findings and ask the user to confirm or correct. Then gather anything still missing:

1. Product Overview

  • What does the app do? (one sentence)
  • Category (productivity, social, health, game, utility, etc.)
  • Stage (concept, development, shipped, redesign)

2. Target Platforms

  • Which Apple platforms? (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS, visionOS)
  • Minimum OS versions
  • Universal or platform-specific?

3. Technology Stack

  • UI framework: SwiftUI, UIKit, AppKit, or mixed?
  • Architecture: single-window, multi-window, document-based?
  • Apple technologies in use? (HealthKit, CloudKit, ARKit, etc.)

4. Design System

  • System defaults or custom design system?
  • Brand colors, fonts, icon style?
  • Dark mode and Dynamic Type support status

5. Accessibility Requirements

  • Target level (baseline, enhanced, comprehensive)
  • Specific considerations (VoiceOver, Switch Control, etc.)
  • Regulatory requirements (WCAG, Section 508)

6. User Context

  • Primary personas (1-3)
  • Key use cases and environments (desk, on-the-go, glanceable, immersive)
  • Known pain points or design challenges

7. Existing Design Assets

  • Figma/Sketch files?
  • Apple Design Resources in use?
  • Existing component library?

Context Document Template

Generate .claude/apple-design-context.md using this structure:

# Apple Design Context

## Product
- **Name**: [App name]
- **Description**: [One sentence]
- **Category**: [Category]
- **Stage**: [Concept / Development / Shipped / Redesign]

## Platforms
| Platform | Supported | Min OS | Notes |
|----------|-----------|--------|-------|
| iOS      | Yes/No    |        |       |
| iPadOS   | Yes/No    |        |       |
| macOS    | Yes/No    |        |       |
| tvOS     | Yes/No    |        |       |
| watchOS  | Yes/No    |        |       |
| visionOS | Yes/No    |        |       |

## Technology
- **UI Framework**: [SwiftUI / UIKit / AppKit / Mixed]
- **Architecture**: [Single-window / Multi-window / Document-based]
- **Apple Technologies**: [List any: HealthKit, CloudKit, ARKit, etc.]

## Design System
- **Base**: [System defaults / Custom design system]
- **Brand Colors**: [List or reference]
- **Typography**: [System fonts / Custom fonts]
- **Dark Mode**: [Supported / Not yet / N/A]
- **Dynamic Type**: [Supported / Not yet / N/A]

## Accessibility
- **Target Level**: [Baseline / Enhanced / Comprehensive]
- **Key Considerations**: [List any specific needs]

## Users
- **Primary Persona**: [Description]
- **Key Use Cases**: [List]
- **Known Challenges**: [List]

Updating Context

When updating an existing context document:

  1. Read the current .claude/apple-design-context.md
  2. Ask what has changed
  3. Update only the changed sections
  4. Preserve all unchanged information

Related Skills

  • hig-platforms -- Platform-specific guidance
  • hig-foundations -- Color, typography, layout decisions
  • hig-patterns -- UX pattern recommendations
  • hig-components-* -- Component recommendations
  • hig-inputs -- Input method coverage
  • hig-technologies -- Apple technology relevance

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FAQ

What does the hig-project-context skill do?

Create or update a shared Apple design context document that other HIG skills use to tailor guidance. Use when the user says "set up my project context," "what platforms am I targeting," "configure HIG settings," or when starting a new Apple platform project. Also activates when other HIG skills need project context but none exists yet. This skill creates .claude/apple-design-context.md so that hig-foundations, hig-platforms, hig-components-, hig-inputs, and hig-technologies can provide targeted advice without repetitive questions.

How do I install hig-project-context?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/raintree-technology/hig-doctor --skill hig-project-context in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/hig-project-context/ (personal) or .claude/skills/hig-project-context/ (project).

Which AI agents can use hig-project-context?

Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.

Is hig-project-context safe to install?

No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.

Who maintains hig-project-context?

It is published by raintree-technology in raintree-technology/hig-doctor. It has 632 recorded installs.

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