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Apple Human Interface Guidelines: Panels
Frames panels as supplementary controls, options, or information related to the active window or current selection.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Details panel | Choose details panel when a selected object needs durable side-by-side inspection while users browse neighboring objects. | Selecting an object updates both the source selection indicator and the details panel title. | Supports supplementary panel content related to the active window or current selection. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Details panel vs drawer vs hover card vs accordion
Apple panel guidance supports supplementary information related to the active window or current selection.
Evidence Role
This source is treated as platform-guideline evidence. Its value comes from the specific claims and setting described above.
Publisher: Apple. Last checked: .