Extending Headless UI with Addons

2.1 Headless UI

Headless UI is a set of unstyled, fully accessible UI components designed to integrate seamlessly with any framework or styling solution.

2.2 Addons

Addons are reusable pieces of code that provide additional functionality or styling options to Headless UI components.

3.1 Create an Addon

Start by defining the addon functionality. For example, creating a tooltip addon for a button component.

function TooltipAddon({ children, tooltipText }) {
    return (
        

            {children}
            {tooltipText}
        
    );
}
        

3.2 Integrate the Addon

Next, integrate the addon with a Headless UI component. Here’s how you can use the tooltip with a button:

import { Button } from '@headlessui/react';

function App() {
    return (
        
            Hover me!
        
    );
}
        

4.1 Keep Addons Modular

Make sure each addon focuses on a single piece of functionality to maintain clarity and reusability.

4.2 Ensure Accessibility

All addons should adhere to accessibility standards to ensure a good user experience for all users.

4.3 Document Your Addons

Provide clear documentation for each addon regarding usage, props, and any dependencies.