Device Framing

Showing a design inside an actual device frame communicates the finished product far better than a flat preview. With the right prompts, AI can generate realistic mockups — no photography or post-processing required.

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3 Types of Device Frames

Desktop / Browser Frame

Wraps your design in a macOS-style browser window. Best for web apps and landing pages.

Frame your design in a browser window with macOS-style traffic light buttons
(red, yellow, green) in the top-left corner.

Add a URL bar for more realism:

Show "https://yourproduct.com" in the URL bar, with a favicon and page title in the browser tab.

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iPhone Frame

Used for mobile apps and responsive design previews.

Design a mobile app screen for a fitness tracker, and place it inside
a modern iPhone frame with the Dynamic Island at the top.

Specifying the model increases accuracy:

Use an iPhone 16 Pro frame. Show a realistic time (9:41) and battery icon in the status bar.

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iPad Frame

Used for tablet UI and landscape layout previews.

Create a tablet version of the dashboard and display it within
an iPad Pro frame with thin bezels and rounded corners.

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4 Tips for Realistic Mockups

1. Specify the exact device model

“iPhone 16 Pro frame” is better than “a phone frame.”

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2. Add environmental context

Where the device is placed affects how realistic it feels.

Show the iPhone resting on a wooden desk with soft, natural lighting.

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3. Use angle and shadow for depth

A slight tilt adds dimension compared to a flat, head-on view.

Display the iPad at a slight angle (15°) with a subtle shadow beneath it.

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4. Show multiple devices together

Placing all three devices side-by-side communicates responsive design at a glance.

Show the same design in three frames side by side:
- Desktop (browser frame)
- Tablet (iPad)
- Mobile (iPhone)
Each displaying the appropriate responsive layout.