Create a 3D iOS App Icon
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Crafting iOS 3D Icons: A Comprehensive Tutorial
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Create 3D UI for iOS and visionOS in Spline
1
Intro to Spline for iOS and visionOS
7:25
2
Basic Shapes in 3D Smart Home
10:12
3
Materials, Lights and Effects
12:11
4
Camera Animation and States
7:05
5
3D Thermostat and Cloner
14:38
6
Buttons and Components
8:26
7
Path Animation and Rotation
7:10
8
Create a 3D iOS App Icon
7:09
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Create a visionOS App Icon
9:53
10
Create 3D UI Scene
9:49
11
Particles Animation
20:30
12
Export to SwiftUI Project
16:20
Inspiration and Design Guidelines
For inspiration, explore the App Store on macOS or iOS. Notice how app icons utilize 3D elements and textures. When designing, consider Apple's Human Interface Guidelines as your blueprint for creating app icons that are not only visually appealing but also consistent with the expectations of users across Apple platforms. Apple's Design Guidelines offer comprehensive advice on dimensions, textures, and the overall look and feel.
Creating the Safari App Icon in 3D
We'll recreate the Safari app icon, using 3D modeling techniques that allow for a dynamic representation of the iconic compass.
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Start with the Frame:
- Create a 1024x1024 rectangle with rounded corners (radius of 268), and an extrusion depth of 60.
- Add an 888x888 ellipse, setting sides to 128, with an extrusion depth of 110.
- Align both shapes on the X and Y axes, then apply subtraction boolean operation to achieve the frame.
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Add Reflective Layer:
- Duplicate the ellipse, move it out of the group, and set its position to create a gradient layer.
- Adjust the gradient angle to 60 degrees for a realistic effect.
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Create Compass Detail:
- Use the cloner tool to add long dashes, ensuring proper alignment and spacing.
- Duplicate and modify for shorter dashes.
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Craft the Needle:
- Use triangle shapes to create the red and white parts of the needle.
- Align and merge shapes to form a single needle.
- Apply extrusion for a 3D effect.
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Final Touches and Export:
- Position the needle above the frame, ensuring central alignment.
- Add shadow effects for macOS authenticity.
- Export the icon as PNG or JPG for use.
By following these steps, you can create a stunning 3D app icon that captures the essence of your application while adhering to Apple's design principles. Experiment with different shapes, colors, and effects to make your icon truly unique.
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1
Intro to Spline for iOS and visionOS
Comprehensive 3D Design Course: From Basics to Advanced Techniques for iOS and visionOS using SwiftUI
7:25
2
Basic Shapes in 3D Smart Home
Transforming simple shapes into a 3D base for a house model scene
10:12
3
Materials, Lights and Effects
Enhance your 3D scene by incorporating elements from the lore ibrary and adding materials and lighting to add realism
12:11
4
Camera Animation and States
Creating dynamic scenes with the addition of animations
7:05
5
3D Thermostat and Cloner
Learn how to design a thermostat interface with basic shapes
14:38
6
Buttons and Components
Creating knobs and buttons elements and turning them to components
8:26
7
Path Animation and Rotation
Animating a Thermostat Interface: A Step-by-Step Guide
7:10
8
Create a 3D iOS App Icon
Crafting iOS 3D Icons: A Comprehensive Tutorial
7:09
9
Create a visionOS App Icon
Discover how to design the Photos app icon, enhancing the visual experience in visionOS.
9:53
10
Create 3D UI Scene
Learn how to design and implement 2D user interfaces to integrate within 3D scenes, enabling the triggering of actions on any 3D object
9:49
11
Particles Animation
Discover the new particle feature designed to create a range of visual effects like fire, smoke, rain, snow, and other dynamic phenomena
20:30
12
Export to SwiftUI Project
Crafting Stunning 3D Experiences: A Step-by-Step Guide with Spline for iOS Apps
16:20
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Designer at Design+Code.
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