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Apple Human Interface Guidelines: Sheets
Describes sheets as modal targeted experiences that prevent interaction with the parent view until dismissed, with guidance for dismissal when unsaved changes are present.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | Choose sheet when the user starts a short child task tied to the current page and needs a roomy temporary surface with title, actions, and a controlled close path. | The opener explains why the sheet appears and which parent object or task it belongs to. | Apple sheet guidance supports targeted child-task sheets, modal parent blocking, and unsaved-change dismissal handling. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Sheet vs drawer vs modal dialog vs alert dialog
Apple's sheet guidance supports the modal, targeted child-task framing and unsaved-change dismissal requirements.
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Publisher: Apple. Last checked: .