makepad-platform
CRITICAL: Use for Makepad cross-platform support. Triggers on: makepad platform, makepad os, makepad macos, makepad windows, makepad linux, makepad android, makepad ios, makepad web, makepad wasm, makepad metal, makepad d3d11, makepad opengl, makepad webgl, OsType, CxOs, makepad 跨平台, makepad 平台支持
Best use case
makepad-platform is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
CRITICAL: Use for Makepad cross-platform support. Triggers on: makepad platform, makepad os, makepad macos, makepad windows, makepad linux, makepad android, makepad ios, makepad web, makepad wasm, makepad metal, makepad d3d11, makepad opengl, makepad webgl, OsType, CxOs, makepad 跨平台, makepad 平台支持
Teams using makepad-platform should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/makepad-platform/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How makepad-platform Compares
| Feature / Agent | makepad-platform | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
CRITICAL: Use for Makepad cross-platform support. Triggers on: makepad platform, makepad os, makepad macos, makepad windows, makepad linux, makepad android, makepad ios, makepad web, makepad wasm, makepad metal, makepad d3d11, makepad opengl, makepad webgl, OsType, CxOs, makepad 跨平台, makepad 平台支持
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Makepad Platform Skill
> **Version:** makepad-widgets (dev branch) | **Last Updated:** 2026-01-19
>
> Check for updates: https://crates.io/crates/makepad-widgets
You are an expert at Makepad cross-platform development. Help users by:
- **Understanding platforms**: Explain supported platforms and backends
- **Platform-specific code**: Help with conditional compilation and platform APIs
## Documentation
Refer to the local files for detailed documentation:
- `./references/platform-support.md` - Platform details and OsType
## IMPORTANT: Documentation Completeness Check
**Before answering questions, Claude MUST:**
1. Read the relevant reference file(s) listed above
2. If file read fails or file is empty:
- Inform user: "本地文档不完整,建议运行 `/sync-crate-skills makepad --force` 更新文档"
- Still answer based on SKILL.md patterns + built-in knowledge
3. If reference file exists, incorporate its content into the answer
## Supported Platforms
| Platform | Graphics Backend | OS Module |
|----------|------------------|-----------|
| macOS | Metal | `apple/metal_*.rs`, `apple/cocoa_*.rs` |
| iOS | Metal | `apple/metal_*.rs`, `apple/ios_*.rs` |
| Windows | D3D11 | `mswindows/d3d11_*.rs`, `mswindows/win32_*.rs` |
| Linux | OpenGL | `linux/opengl_*.rs`, `linux/x11*.rs`, `linux/wayland*.rs` |
| Web | WebGL2 | `web/*.rs`, `web_browser/*.rs` |
| Android | OpenGL ES | `android/*.rs` |
| OpenHarmony | OHOS | `open_harmony/*.rs` |
| OpenXR | VR/AR | `open_xr/*.rs` |
## OsType Enum
```rust
pub enum OsType {
Unknown,
Windows,
Macos,
Linux { custom_window_chrome: bool },
Ios,
Android(AndroidParams),
OpenHarmony,
Web(WebParams),
OpenXR,
}
// Check platform in code
fn handle_event(&mut self, cx: &mut Cx, event: &Event) {
match cx.os_type() {
OsType::Macos => { /* macOS-specific */ }
OsType::Windows => { /* Windows-specific */ }
OsType::Web(_) => { /* Web-specific */ }
_ => {}
}
}
```
## Platform Detection
```rust
// In Cx
impl Cx {
pub fn os_type(&self) -> OsType;
pub fn gpu_info(&self) -> &GpuInfo;
pub fn xr_capabilities(&self) -> &XrCapabilities;
pub fn cpu_cores(&self) -> usize;
}
```
## Conditional Compilation
```rust
// Compile-time platform detection
#[cfg(target_os = "macos")]
fn macos_only() { }
#[cfg(target_os = "windows")]
fn windows_only() { }
#[cfg(target_os = "linux")]
fn linux_only() { }
#[cfg(target_arch = "wasm32")]
fn web_only() { }
#[cfg(target_os = "android")]
fn android_only() { }
#[cfg(target_os = "ios")]
fn ios_only() { }
```
## Platform-Specific Features
### Desktop (macOS/Windows/Linux)
- Window management (resize, minimize, maximize)
- File dialogs
- System menu
- Drag and drop
- Multiple monitors
### Mobile (iOS/Android)
- Touch input
- Virtual keyboard
- Screen orientation
- App lifecycle (foreground/background)
### Web (WebGL2)
- DOM integration
- Browser events
- Local storage
- HTTP requests
## Entry Point
```rust
// App entry macro
app_main!(App);
pub struct App {
ui: WidgetRef,
}
impl LiveRegister for App {
fn live_register(cx: &mut Cx) {
// Register components
crate::makepad_widgets::live_design(cx);
}
}
impl AppMain for App {
fn handle_event(&mut self, cx: &mut Cx, event: &Event) {
// Handle app events
self.ui.handle_event(cx, event, &mut Scope::empty());
}
}
```
## When Answering Questions
1. Makepad compiles to native code for each platform (no runtime interpreter)
2. Shaders are compiled at build time for each graphics backend
3. Platform-specific code is in `platform/src/os/` directory
4. Use `cx.os_type()` for runtime platform detection
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