Overview
PlutoLayout is a Flutter package designed to create customizable menu or tab interfaces on any side of the screen. It enables developers to build responsive, side-based navigation layouts with ease, supporting both horizontal and vertical arrangements. Ideal for dashboards, admin panels, or apps requiring collapsible sidebars, it offers smooth transitions and flexible positioning across multiple platforms. The package integrates seamlessly into existing Flutter projects using a simple pub add command.
Use cases
- Side navigation menus
- Dashboard UIs
- Collapsible panels
- Admin dashboards
- Responsive layouts
- Tabbed interface design
Key features
- Side-by-side layout configuration
- Customizable menu positions
- Smooth animations
- Cross-platform support
- Easy integration via pub
- Flexible widget placement
Suitable for
- Developers building dashboard apps
- UI designers needing side navigation
- Projects requiring responsive layouts
- Flutter beginners exploring layout patterns
- Apps with complex navigation needs
Considerations
- May require additional styling for custom themes
- Limited documentation beyond basic examples
- Best suited for single-pane layouts
- Performance impact with deeply nested widgets
- Not ideal for full-screen modal overlays