How to use
- Copy the installation command and review the source package before installing it in your own agent environment.
- Check the source document for required tools, credentials and supported hosts.
- Describe your input and desired deliverable; review the output against the source material.
npx skills add https://github.com/raintree-technology/hig-doctor --skill hig-project-contextBefore you start
- Installation does not include a model subscription, API allowance or permission to access your files.
- Repository stars and installation counts describe activity, not an independent quality or security test.
Original skill document
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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:
- README.md -- Product description, platform targets
- Package.swift / .xcodeproj -- Supported platforms, minimum OS versions, dependencies
- Info.plist -- App category, required capabilities, supported orientations
- Existing code -- Import statements reveal frameworks (SwiftUI vs UIKit, HealthKit, etc.)
- Assets.xcassets -- Color assets, icon sets, dark mode variants
- 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:
markdown
# 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:
- Read the current
.claude/apple-design-context.md - Ask what has changed
- Update only the changed sections
- 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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