Documentation

Set up Compose and get to work.

How to install Compose and use the Palette, Typography and Wireframe tools.

v2.0.0 Runs offline
Getting started

Three steps to your first project.

01

Install

Download the installer from the download page and run it. No account needed.

02

Open Compose

Launch the app. It works fully offline, so no connection is required.

03

Pick a tool

Choose Palette, Type or Wireframe from the toolbar and start designing.

Tools

What each tool does.

Color Palette Maker

Start from a base color, generate a palette and copy the hex codes.

Typography Lab

Pair display and body faces, preview type scales, and tune spacing live.

Wireframing Whiteboard

Lay out screens, connect them into a flow, and add notes on an open canvas.

Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts.

New projectCtrl + N
SaveCtrl + S
Undo / RedoCtrl + Z / Ctrl + Y
Export current toolCtrl + E
Pan the canvas (Wireframe)Space + Drag
FAQ

Common questions.

Does Compose need an internet connection?+

No. Compose runs fully offline once installed.

Where are my files saved?+

Locally on your device. Nothing is uploaded unless you export or share it yourself.

What happened to DesignFlux?+

DesignFlux was renamed to Compose at version 2.0. The old installer is still on the download page.

Is Compose free?+

Yes, it is free to download with no account or subscription required.

Ready to go

Start composing.

Free to download. Built for Windows.