Overview
Flutter Floating is a lightweight and flexible package that enables permissionless floating windows in Flutter applications. It allows developers to create draggable, resizable, and customizable overlay windows that can appear on top of other app content across multiple platforms. Ideal for tools requiring persistent UI elements like calculators, notes, or chat widgets, it operates without requiring special system permissions. The package supports Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it highly versatile for cross-platform development.
Use cases
- Persistent on-screen tools
- Quick-access overlays
- Floating note-taking interfaces
- Real-time data monitoring
- Miniature app components
Key features
- Draggable and resizable windows
- Cross-platform support
- No system permissions required
- Customizable appearance
- Lightweight and performant
- Easy integration with existing apps
Suitable for
- Developers building utility apps
- Creators of productivity tools
- Teams targeting multi-platform deployment
- Apps needing always-visible UI elements
Considerations
- May conflict with certain fullscreen modes
- Performance impact on low-end devices
- Limited control over system-level window behavior
- Requires careful design to avoid UI clutter