tauri-desktop
Tauri 2.0 project setup, Rust backend + web frontend, plugin system, IPC commands, security model, auto-update, and mobile support. Use when building lightweight cross-platform desktop or mobile apps with Tauri.
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/travisjneuman/.claude --skill tauri-desktop- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads tauri-desktop automatically when relevant.
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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.
Tauri Desktop Skill
Build lightweight, secure desktop (and mobile) apps with Tauri 2.0 — Rust backend, web frontend.
Why Tauri
| Feature | Tauri | Electron |
|---|---|---|
| Bundle size | 2-10 MB | 80-150 MB |
| Memory usage | 30-80 MB | 100-300 MB |
| Backend language | Rust | Node.js |
| Security model | Capability-based permissions | Full Node.js access |
| Mobile support | Yes (Tauri 2.0) | No |
| Auto-updater | Built-in | electron-updater |
Project Structure
project/
├── src/ # Frontend (any web framework)
│ ├── main.ts
│ ├── App.tsx # React/Vue/Svelte/vanilla
│ └── styles.css
├── src-tauri/ # Rust backend
│ ├── src/
│ │ ├── main.rs # Entry point
│ │ ├── lib.rs # Commands and setup
│ │ └── commands/ # IPC command modules
│ │ ├── mod.rs
│ │ └── files.rs
│ ├── capabilities/ # Security permissions
│ │ └── default.json
│ ├── icons/ # App icons
│ ├── Cargo.toml # Rust dependencies
│ └── tauri.conf.json # Tauri configuration
├── package.json
├── vite.config.ts # Frontend bundler
└── tsconfig.json
IPC Commands
Rust Side (Backend)
// src-tauri/src/lib.rs
use tauri::Manager;
#[tauri::command]
fn greet(name: &str) -> String {
format!("Hello, {}! From Rust.", name)
}
#[tauri::command]
async fn read_file(path: String) -> Result<String, String> {
std::fs::read_to_string(&path).map_err(|e| e.to_string())
}
#[tauri::command]
async fn save_settings(
app: tauri::AppHandle,
settings: serde_json::Value,
) -> Result<(), String> {
let path = app.path().app_config_dir().map_err(|e| e.to_string())?;
std::fs::create_dir_all(&path).map_err(|e| e.to_string())?;
let file = path.join("settings.json");
std::fs::write(file, settings.to_string()).map_err(|e| e.to_string())
}
pub fn run() {
tauri::Builder::default()
.invoke_handler(tauri::generate_handler![greet, read_file, save_settings])
.run(tauri::generate_context!())
.expect("error while running tauri application");
}
Frontend Side (TypeScript)
import { invoke } from '@tauri-apps/api/core';
// Call Rust commands from frontend
const greeting = await invoke<string>('greet', { name: 'World' });
const content = await invoke<string>('read_file', { path: '/tmp/test.txt' });
await invoke('save_settings', {
settings: { theme: 'dark', fontSize: 14 },
});
Security Model (Capabilities)
// src-tauri/capabilities/default.json
{
"$schema": "../gen/schemas/desktop-schema.json",
"identifier": "default",
"description": "Default app permissions",
"windows": ["main"],
"permissions": [
"core:default",
"dialog:default",
"fs:default",
{
"identifier": "fs:allow-read-text-file",
"allow": [{ "path": "$APPDATA/**" }]
},
{
"identifier": "fs:allow-write-text-file",
"allow": [{ "path": "$APPDATA/**" }]
}
]
}
Key security principles:
- Allowlist by default: Frontend can only access explicitly permitted APIs
- Scoped filesystem access: Restrict to specific directories
- No arbitrary shell access: Commands must be predefined in Rust
- CSP enforced: Content Security Policy headers set automatically
Plugins (Tauri 2.0)
# src-tauri/Cargo.toml
[dependencies]
tauri = { version = "2", features = [] }
tauri-plugin-dialog = "2"
tauri-plugin-fs = "2"
tauri-plugin-shell = "2"
tauri-plugin-store = "2"
tauri-plugin-updater = "2"
tauri-plugin-notification = "2"
// Register plugins
tauri::Builder::default()
.plugin(tauri_plugin_dialog::init())
.plugin(tauri_plugin_fs::init())
.plugin(tauri_plugin_store::Builder::new().build())
.plugin(tauri_plugin_updater::Builder::new().build())
.invoke_handler(tauri::generate_handler![greet])
.run(tauri::generate_context!())
.expect("error while running tauri application");
Auto-Updater
// src-tauri/tauri.conf.json (excerpt)
{
"plugins": {
"updater": {
"pubkey": "YOUR_PUBLIC_KEY",
"endpoints": [
"https://releases.example.com/{{target}}/{{arch}}/{{current_version}}"
]
}
}
}
// Frontend update check
import { check } from '@tauri-apps/plugin-updater';
const update = await check();
if (update) {
await update.downloadAndInstall();
await relaunch();
}
Building and Distribution
# Development
npm run tauri dev
# Build for current platform
npm run tauri build
# Build for specific target
npm run tauri build --target x86_64-pc-windows-msvc
npm run tauri build --target aarch64-apple-darwin
npm run tauri build --target x86_64-unknown-linux-gnu
# Mobile (Tauri 2.0)
npm run tauri android dev
npm run tauri ios dev
Distribution Formats
| Platform | Formats |
|---|---|
| macOS | .dmg, .app |
| Windows | .msi, .exe (NSIS) |
| Linux | .deb, .rpm, .AppImage |
| Android | .apk, .aab |
| iOS | .ipa |
Development Tips
- Use
window.__TAURI__to detect Tauri environment in frontend - State management: Use Tauri's
Statefor Rust-side state, frontend store for UI state - File dialogs: Use
@tauri-apps/plugin-dialoginstead of browser file input - System tray: Configure in
tauri.conf.jsonwith menu items - Multi-window: Create with
WebviewWindow::new()from Rust orWebviewWindow.create()from JS
Related Resources
agent-rust-expertskill - Rust language patternsagent-desktop-developerskill - Desktop development specialist~/.claude/docs/reference/stacks/rust.md- Rust stack guide
Small binaries. Strong security. Native performance. Web flexibility.
FAQ
What does the tauri-desktop skill do?
Tauri 2.0 project setup, Rust backend + web frontend, plugin system, IPC commands, security model, auto-update, and mobile support. Use when building lightweight cross-platform desktop or mobile apps with Tauri.
How do I install tauri-desktop?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/travisjneuman/.claude --skill tauri-desktop 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/tauri-desktop/ (personal) or .claude/skills/tauri-desktop/ (project).
Which AI agents can use tauri-desktop?
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 tauri-desktop 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 tauri-desktop?
It is published by travisjneuman in travisjneuman/.claude. It has 186 recorded installs.
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