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Capacitor

Ionic's native runtime for building cross-platform apps with any web framework.

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Capacitor is a cross-platform native runtime that lets you build mobile apps with any web framework, providing native API access through a consistent JavaScript interface.

Key Features

  • Framework Agnostic: Works with React, Vue, Angular, or vanilla JS
  • Native API Access: Use device features through plugins
  • Web-First: Your app is a web app that runs natively
  • Progressive Enhancement: Same codebase for web, iOS, and Android
  • Plugin Ecosystem: Official and community plugins for native features

Core Capabilities

Capacitor's web-first approach means you build a standard web app, then wrap it for native distribution. The plugin system provides access to native APIs like camera, filesystem, and push notifications through a consistent JavaScript interface.

For vibe coders with existing web apps, Capacitor provides the fastest path to native mobile distribution. Drop in Capacitor, add plugins for native features, and ship to the app stores.

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