SKILL.md
Apple HIG: Status Components
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Key Principles
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Show progress for operations longer than a second or two.
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Determinate when duration/percentage is known. A filling progress bar gives users a clear sense of remaining work. Use for downloads, uploads, or any measurable process.
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Indeterminate when duration is unknown. A spinner communicates work is happening without promising a timeframe. Use for unpredictable network requests.
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Prefer progress bars over spinners. Determinate progress feels faster and more trustworthy.
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Place indicators where content will appear. Inline progress near the content area, not modal or distant.
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Don't stack multiple indicators. Aggregate simultaneous operations into one representation or show the most relevant.
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Don't hide the status bar without good reason. Reserve hiding for immersive experiences (full-screen media, games, AR).