Sketch: A macOS-exclusive graphic design tool, known for its vector-based flexibility, artboard layout, and vibrant plugin ecosystem for creative professionals.
Advantages
- Vector-Based: Ideal for creating scalable designs.
- Artboard Layout: Streamlines responsive and multiple-device design.
- Plugin Ecosystem: Extends functionality and automation.
- Shared Styles and Symbols: Consistent design elements.
- Integration: Seamless collaboration with cloud-based tools.
Disadvantages
- macOS Exclusive: Limited to macOS users.
- Prototyping Limitations: Basic prototyping compared to specialized tools.
- Learning Curve: May require time for newcomers.
- Plugins Stability: Some plugins may not be stable.
- Collaboration Challenges: Collaboration features less robust than web-based tools.
Components
- Canvas: The primary workspace for creating designs.
- Artboards: Containers for individual designs or screens.
- Layers: Organize and structure design elements.
- Symbols: Reusable design components.
- Plugins: Extend functionality through third-party plugins.
Development tools
- Sketch App: The official macOS-based graphic design tool.
- Sketch Cloud: For online design collaboration.
- Sketch Libraries: Centralized asset management.
- Sketch Measure: Generate design specifications.
- Zeplin: Export designs for development.