Does liquid glass is obligatory for all apps?
Asked on 06/11/2025
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Liquid Glass is not obligatory for all apps. It is a new design element introduced by Apple to create a unified design language across platforms, providing a more fluid and dynamic interaction experience. However, it is best reserved for specific parts of an app, such as the navigation layer that floats above the content. It is not recommended to use Liquid Glass everywhere, as it can make the interface feel cluttered and confusing if overused. Developers are encouraged to use it selectively to enhance their app's design and functionality, particularly for custom controls and views.
For more details on how and when to use Liquid Glass, you can refer to the session Meet Liquid Glass (10:31).
Meet Liquid Glass
Liquid Glass unifies Apple platform design language while providing a more dynamic and expressive user experience. Get to know the design principles of Liquid Glass, explore its core optical and physical properties, and learn where to use it and why.
Platforms State of the Union
Discover the newest advancements on Apple platforms.
Build a UIKit app with the new design
Update your UIKit app to take full advantage of the new design system. We’ll dive into key changes to tab views, split views, bars, presentations, search, and controls, and show you how to use Liquid Glass in your custom UI. To get the most out of this video, we recommend first watching “Get to know the new design system” for general design guidance.