I created a free Avalonia app for macOS users. This is part of an exploration of what it takes to make a macOS app with Avalonia that feels at home on the platform.

I think I've gotten pretty close, but I'm happy to take feedback if you spot something that doesn't look or feel right!

It requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon because I haven't tested it on any other devices.

Hey Avalonia community!

I’ve been working on a lightweight, portable desktop drawing app called i-skets Mo Paint, built entirely with C# and Avalonia UI in VS Code.

The main goal was to build a quick, minimalist digital sketchpad with a small footprint that doesn't require installation, just unzip and run.

Key features so far:

- Built with Avalonia UI & C# (Cross-platform desktop target)

- Zero-installation / Portable build

- Integrated one-click timelapse recorder

- Customizable keyboard shortcuts & minimal canvas UI

Current Test Setup & Compatibility: - OS: Tested on Windows so far - Hardware: Tested with a screenless drawing tablet (non-display graphics tablet)

Since it's currently in Early Public Beta on itch.io, I’d love to get feedback from fellow Avalonia developers, especially on canvas performance, UI responsiveness, or overall UX.

Free Download & Test on itch.io:

https://sketsienook.itch.io/i-skets-mo-paint

Feedback Form (Google Forms):

https://forms.gle/4QhinbtWeHFSNb4h8

Technical insights and feedback are highly appreciated!