Overview
ClaudOS is a pixel-perfect macOS desktop simulator that runs entirely in your browser. Experience a fully functional desktop environment with window management, system apps, and authentic macOS aesthetics, all built with vanilla JavaScript and CSS.
Key Features
Complete Desktop Environment
- Window Management: Draggable, resizable windows with minimize/maximize/close
- Dock: Interactive dock with app launching and window management
- Finder: File browser with navigation and file operations
- System Apps: Calculator, Terminal, Calendar, Notes, and more
- Menu Bar: Functional menu bar with system controls
Authentic macOS Experience
- Pixel-Perfect UI: Carefully recreated macOS Big Sur/Monterey design
- Smooth Animations: Native-feeling transitions and effects
- Keyboard Shortcuts: Common macOS shortcuts work as expected
- Context Menus: Right-click menus for files and apps
- Mission Control: Window overview and desktop management
Technical Excellence
- Vanilla JavaScript: No frameworks, pure JavaScript implementation
- CSS Grid/Flexbox: Modern CSS for responsive layouts
- Event Delegation: Efficient event handling for performance
- State Management: Custom state management for app and window state
Try It Live
Experience the full macOS simulation at https://sanketmuchhala.com/claudos
Technical Highlights
- Custom window management system with z-index orchestration
- Drag-and-drop implementation from scratch
- Virtual file system for Finder functionality
- Extensible app framework for adding new applications
- Responsive design that works on tablets and desktops
Use Cases
- Educational tool for teaching desktop UI concepts
- Portfolio piece demonstrating UI/UX skills
- Reference implementation for web-based desktop environments
- Fun interactive experience for exploring macOS features