# Getting started Create an app or game that feels at home on every platform you support. ## Discussion [Design principles](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/design-principles) Explore fundamental principles that guide design across Apple platforms. [Designing for iOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-ios) People depend on their iPhone to help them stay connected, play games, view media, accomplish tasks, and track personal data in any location and while on the go. [Designing for iPadOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-ipados) People value the power, mobility, and flexibility of iPad as they enjoy media, play games, perform detailed productivity tasks, and bring their creations to life. [Designing for macOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-macos) People rely on the power, spaciousness, and flexibility of a Mac as they perform in-depth productivity tasks, view media or content, and play games, often using several apps at once. [Designing for tvOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-tvos) People enjoy the vibrant content, immersive experiences, and streamlined interactions that tvOS delivers in media and games, as well as in fitness, education, and home utility apps. [Designing for visionOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-visionos) When people wear Apple Vision Pro, they enter an infinite 3D space where they can engage with your app or game while staying connected to their surroundings. [Designing for watchOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-watchos) When people glance at their Apple Watch, they know they can access essential information and perform simple, timely tasks whether they’re stationary or in motion. [Designing for games](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-games) When people play your game on an Apple device, they dive into the world you designed while relying on the platform features they love. [Designing for iPhone Duo](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-iphone-duo) An app designed for iPhone Duo adapts seamlessly to both displays, providing a continuous experience as the device opens and closes. ## Topics [Design principles](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/design-principles) Explore fundamental principles that guide design across Apple platforms. [Designing for iOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-ios) People depend on their iPhone to help them stay connected, play games, view media, accomplish tasks, and track personal data in any location and while on the go. [Designing for iPadOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-ipados) People value the power, mobility, and flexibility of iPad as they enjoy media, play games, perform detailed productivity tasks, and bring their creations to life. [Designing for macOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-macos) People rely on the power, spaciousness, and flexibility of a Mac as they perform in-depth productivity tasks, view media or content, and play games, often using several apps at once. [Designing for tvOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-tvos) People enjoy the vibrant content, immersive experiences, and streamlined interactions that tvOS delivers in media and games, as well as in fitness, education, and home utility apps. [Designing for visionOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-visionos) When people wear Apple Vision Pro, they enter an infinite 3D space where they can engage with your app or game while staying connected to their surroundings. [Designing for watchOS](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-watchos) When people glance at their Apple Watch, they know they can access essential information and perform simple, timely tasks whether they’re stationary or in motion. [Designing for games](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-games) When people play your game on an Apple device, they dive into the world you designed while relying on the platform features they love. [Designing for iPhone Duo](/design/Human-Interface-Guidelines/designing-for-iphone-duo) An app designed for iPhone Duo adapts seamlessly to both displays, providing a continuous experience as the device opens and closes. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)