Web App Manifest Builder
Create and customize web app manifest files for your Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) to control how they appear when installed on users' devices and home screens.
Name:
The full name of your application.
Short Name:
A shorter name for your app (used when space is limited).
Description:
A brief description of your application.
Start URL:
The URL that loads when a user launches your app.
Scope:
The navigation scope of this website's context.
Display Mode:
Controls how the app appears to the user.
Orientation:
The default orientation for the app.
Theme Color:
The color used for the UI elements of the browser/device.
Background Color:
The background color of the app.
Icons:
App icons for different sizes.
Source URL:
Sizes:
Type:
Screenshots:
Screenshots of your app for store listings.
Shortcuts:
App shortcuts for quick access to specific features.
Typical Use Cases
Web App Manifests are essential for developers creating Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) who want to provide a native app-like experience to their users. The manifest.webmanifest file tells browsers how your web application should behave when installed on the user's device home screen or desktop. It controls aspects such as the app name, icons, theme colors, and display mode, making your web app appear more like a native application.
Developers use web manifests to enhance user engagement by providing a better installation experience. When users add your PWA to their home screen, the manifest determines how the app icon appears and how the app launches. E-commerce sites, news platforms, social media applications, and productivity tools all benefit from well-configured web manifests as they create a more seamless transition between web and "app" experiences, potentially increasing user retention and engagement.
Web Manifest Format
- name: The full name of your application as displayed to users
- short_name: A shorter version of the name used where space is limited
- icons: Array of icon objects with src, sizes, and type properties
- start_url: The URL that loads when a user launches the application
- display: Defines the preferred display mode (fullscreen, standalone, etc.)
- background_color: The background color used on the splash screen
- theme_color: The color used for the browser UI elements
- scope: The navigation scope that defines the boundaries of the app