What is PaperKit?
Asked on 06/10/2025
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PaperKit is a framework introduced by Apple that powers the markup experience across various Apple apps like Notes, Screenshots, Quick Look, and the Journal app. It provides a canvas that allows users to draw and add various markup elements such as shapes, images, text, and boxes. PaperKit is designed to offer a comprehensive markup experience by supporting both drawing and markup elements, making it a valuable addition to any app that requires rich markup capabilities. It is available on both iOS and macOS, ensuring a consistent experience across platforms. The framework includes components like the Paper Markup View Controller for creating and displaying markup, a data model container for handling markup data, and a new insertion menu for adding annotations. PaperKit can be integrated into SwiftUI environments and offers customization options to tailor the markup experience to specific app requirements.
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