building-native-ui — Skills

What it does

Local Expo modules (custom native code in modules/)

Apple targets (widgets, app clips, extensions via @bacons/apple-targets)

Third-party native modules not included in Expo Go

Custom native configuration that can't be expressed in app.json

All expo- packages (camera, location, notifications, etc.)

Expo Router navigation

Most UI libraries (reanimated, gesture handler, etc.)

Complete guide for building native Expo apps with routing, styling, components, and platform conventions.

Source

Repository: https://github.com/expo/skills

building-native-ui FAQ

What does the building-native-ui skill do?

Build beautiful, native-feeling Expo screens. Covers Apple HIG styling, semantic colors, native controls, SF Symbols, media, animations, visual effects, gradients, storage, and responsive layout. For routing and navigation, use the expo-router skill. Local Expo modules (custom native code in modules/) Apple targets (widgets, app clips, extensions via @bacons/apple-targets)

What does building-native-ui require?

You need npx expo run:ios/android or eas build ONLY when using: If you're unsure, try Expo Go first. Creating custom builds adds complexity, slower iteration, and requires Xcode/Android Studio setup.

How do I install building-native-ui?

Run: npx -y skills add https://github.com/expo/skills --skill building-native-ui --agent claude-code — the source lives at github.com/expo/skills.

Maintain building-native-ui?

Let people know it's listed here — add the badge (live metrics, light/dark aware) or a plain link to your README or docs.

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npx agentictools info skills/expo-skills-building-native-ui

The second line is the CLI lookup for this page — handy in READMEs and docs.