A practical guide to using .NET MAUI's built-in Microsoft.Maui.Essentials APIs to access native device features from shared C# code. Covers camera capture with MediaPicker, file picking with FilePicker, geolocation, haptic feedback, device info and orientation, network connectivity monitoring, accelerometer/shake detection, and compass heading. Each feature includes code snippets, platform-specific permission setup (Android manifest, iOS plist), real-world use cases, and best practices such as requesting permissions in context, stopping sensors when not in use, and testing on real hardware.
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Why native features matter in cross‑platform appsWhat’s included (and when you still need platform code)How .NET MAUI native device features workBuilding device-aware experiences in .NET MAUIBest practices for native feature integrationGitHub referenceFrequently Asked QuestionsNext stepsConclusionRelated BlogsSort: