Question 1

How do I create a simple window with a button in NAppGUI?

Accepted Answer

Follow the 'Hello World' guide on the NAppGUI website, which provides step-by-step C code for setting up a basic GUI application with event handling, similar to the GuiHello demo in the README.

Question 2

Is NAppGUI better than GTK for cross-platform C development?

Accepted Answer

NAppGUI offers a more unified API that abstracts platform details for a consistent experience, while GTK is more established but may require more work for native look on non-Linux systems. Choose NAppGUI for pure C simplicity, GTK for a larger ecosystem.

Question 3

Can I use NAppGUI with CMake in my existing project?

Accepted Answer

Yes, NAppGUI integrates with CMake as shown in the quick start commands, allowing you to add it as a subdirectory or via find_package to manage dependencies and build across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Question 4

Does NAppGUI support dark mode on all platforms?

Accepted Answer

NAppGUI aims for native appearance, so it should support system themes including dark mode, but you may need to handle theme changes manually via platform-specific APIs, as the README doesn't detail automatic theme switching.

Question 5

What are the licensing terms for using NAppGUI commercially?

Accepted Answer

Check the LICENSE file in the GitHub repository; it's open-source, but verify the specific terms (e.g., MIT or GPL) to ensure compliance with your project's distribution and modification needs.

Question 6

How to debug NAppGUI applications on Linux?

Accepted Answer

Use standard C debugging tools like GDB, and ensure you have the necessary development libraries installed as per the Linux prerequisites in the README, such as GTK and WebKit dependencies for full functionality.

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