UWPstyle

UWPstyle is a design system and UI component library for the Universal Windows Platform (UWP). It provides a cohesive visual language and interaction patterns intended to help developers create consistent, accessible, and responsive Windows applications.

Key elements include a color palette, typography, spacing, elevation and motion guidelines, and a set of reusable controls and control templates for XAML-based apps. The system aims to align with Windows' Fluent Design principles, emphasizing depth, motion, and typography while supporting dark and light themes and high-contrast modes.

Implementation typically relies on XAML resources and styles, with theming support and responsive layouts that adapt to different screen sizes and input modalities. Developers can extend or customize components to fit brand requirements while preserving core interactions.

Accessibility considerations are central, with high-contrast options, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility documented in the guidelines. UWPstyle also encourages progressive enhancement and performance-conscious design.

Origin and status: UWPstyle has appeared in community discussions and open-source repositories as a reference design system for UWP applications. While not an official Microsoft specification, it is cited by some developers as a practical approach to achieving consistency across apps. Its relevance is affected by evolving Windows platform design guidelines and the continued development of WinUI and Fluent UI.

See also: Fluent Design System, WinUI, Universal Windows Platform.