PaintCode 2

PaintCode 3 is a specialized Mac application that converts your vector drawings directly into production-ready code. You can draw interfaces from scratch or import assets from popular formats like PDF, SVG, PSD, AI, and EPS. The tool then generates clean, native code for multiple platforms, including Swift for iOS/macOS, Java for Android, C#, JavaScript, or SVG for the web. This eliminates the need to manually redraw assets for different screen sizes or languages.

The process is straightforward: you design your graphics, and PaintCode handles the code generation. A standout feature is its resolution independence, which frees developers from managing multiple @1x, @2x, and @3x image assets. The tool also supports parametric drawings, allowing you to use variables and expressions to dynamically control colors, positions, and other attributes of your shapes. All your drawings are exported into a single, reusable code file called a StyleKit, which you can update and re-export at any time to see changes instantly in your app.

This tool is a huge time-saver for mobile and web developers who need to implement custom UI elements. It's perfect for creating resolution-independent icons, buttons, and complex illustrations that need to scale perfectly across different devices. Designers who work closely with developers will also find it invaluable for creating assets that translate directly into code, streamlining the handoff process and ensuring visual consistency.