Apple Releases Updated iOS and iPadOS UI Kit for Figma

Apple has released an updated iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 UI Kit for Figma. This toolkit can make the process of designing apps for iPhone and iPad easier by providing pre-built components, design templates, and a comprehensive style guide.

UI kit includes components for common user interface elements such as buttons, text boxes, and navigation bars. These components can assemble interfaces without having to start from scratch. It has design templates for common application screens.

The latest version of the UI Kit incorporates the latest improvements in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. Designers can now use a color system with light, dark and dark variations. The UI kit also includes features to create dynamic app icons that let you switch between light, dark, and dimmed appearances. Updated app icon graphics are also included.

New in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18:

• Color variables for all system colors with light, dark and dark enhanced values
• Light, dark and dim app icon toggle mode
• Updated app icon
• Page with examples of most system components and experiences
• New iPadOS Floating Tab Bar
• Improved organization of instance properties for faster customization
• New Control Center and Lock Screen components with customizable controls
• For more details, see the changelog.

For iPad-specific designs, the UI Kit includes a new floating tab bar component. The UI Kit even includes new Control Center and Lock Screen components for creating custom control layouts.

Before using the UI kit on Figma, it is recommended to install the latest version of SF Symbols to get the most up-to-date iconography.

More here.