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Apple Human Interface Guidelines Context menus

Defines context menus as access to functionality directly related to an item without cluttering the interface.

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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports

Pattern Supported decision Required contract Claim note
Context menu Choose context menu when commands are specific to the object, selection, or location where the user invoked the menu. The menu opens only for the object, selection, or location that invoked it. Supports item-related commands without interface clutter.

Evidence Role

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