Overview
Yaru is a Flutter package providing a collection of common widgets tailored for building desktop and web applications with a consistent, modern design. Designed by Ubuntu, it aligns with the Yaru design system, offering visually cohesive components optimized for Linux platforms while remaining functional across web and other desktop environments. The package emphasizes usability, accessibility, and platform-appropriate styling to streamline UI development.
Use cases
- Building cross-platform desktop apps
- Creating web interfaces with a unified look
- Developing Linux-native styled Flutter apps
- Enhancing UI consistency in design systems
- Rapid prototyping with pre-styled widgets
Key features
- Platform-optimized widgets for Linux
- Consistent design language across platforms
- Accessibility-focused components
- Integration with Ubuntu's visual identity
- Ready-to-use UI elements for common patterns
Suitable for
- Desktop app developers targeting Linux
- Web application designers seeking uniform styling
- Teams using Ubuntu’s design system
- Flutter projects requiring polished UI components
- Developers aiming for rapid UI implementation
Considerations
- Primarily optimized for Linux environments
- Limited customization beyond default themes
- Best suited for apps aligned with Ubuntu’s aesthetic
- May require additional styling for non-Linux platforms
- Not intended for mobile app development