Onlook is an open-source visual editor for React that enables developers and designers to build production UI directly within their codebase. It functions as a specialized IDE bridge, allowing users to modify application interfaces visually while the tool writes clean, human-readable code to the local repository.
- Enables visual editing of Tailwind CSS properties and React components with instant synchronization to source files.
- Implements a Figma-to-code workflow that translates design assets into functional Next.js components.
- Supports real-time UI state modification without manual hot-reloading or browser refreshes.
- Provides a "vibe-coding" interface that simplifies frontend development through intuitive property panels and drag-and-drop actions.
Technical Context:
- Built with TypeScript and optimized for Next.js applications utilizing Tailwind CSS and Drizzle ORM.
- Integrates with Supabase for backend management and maintains a local-first architecture for data security.
Use Cases:
- Rapid prototyping of complex React layouts where visual feedback is prioritized over manual styling.
- Collaborative handoffs where designers adjust production CSS directly within the codebase.
Install the Onlook desktop application to begin editing your existing React project visually.
