Question 1

How do I change the accent color in Fluent UI for Flutter?

Accepted Answer

Use FluentThemeData to set a custom accent color, or integrate the system_theme plugin to dynamically use the system's accent color. This allows for brand consistency or adaptive theming based on user settings.

Question 2

Should I use Fluent UI or Material Design for a Windows app in Flutter?

Accepted Answer

Fluent UI is better if you want a native Windows look and feel, as it follows Microsoft's Fluent Design. Material Design is more cross-platform but may not integrate as seamlessly with Windows user expectations.

Question 3

Is Fluent UI stable enough for production use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it has a stable release on pub.dev and is used in production, but be aware of the single-maintainer model and test thoroughly, especially for unsupported edge cases or localization issues.

Question 4

How can I add support for a new language in Fluent UI?

Accepted Answer

Fork the repo, copy the intl_en.arb file with a new ISO code, update the translations, and run 'flutter gen-l10n'. Then submit a pull request, as detailed in the contribution section of the README.

Question 5

Can I use Fluent UI on mobile platforms like Android or iOS?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes, since it's a Flutter package, but the widgets are designed for Windows UI patterns, so they might feel out of place on mobile. It's best suited for apps where Windows is the primary target.

Question 6

What plugins are needed for acrylic effects in Fluent UI?

Accepted Answer

To achieve acrylic effects, you need to use the flutter_acrylic plugin, which is acknowledged in the README. This adds a dependency and may require platform-specific setup for transparency effects.

Question 7

Does Fluent UI work with Flutter's latest versions?

Accepted Answer

It targets Flutter's stable channel, but as an unofficial package, updates might lag behind Flutter releases. Check the pub.dev page for compatibility and issue tracking for any breaking changes.

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