cables.gl Standalone is a cross-platform visual programming environment for creating interactive graphics, animations, and real-time visual experiences. It packages the cables.gl editor into an Electron desktop application for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Users can build projects by connecting visual operators called ops instead of writing extensive code. Its node-based workflow supports generative art, interactive installations, and shader-driven graphics. The desktop edition brings the editor and its operators into a standalone environment with additional access to local system capabilities. Developers can create custom operators and experiment with JavaScript-based interactions. Command-line options allow launching the editor in fullscreen mode or maximizing its renderer. The application remains under active development, with experimental capabilities and evolving desktop integration.
Features
- Node-based visual programming for interactive graphics and generative artwork
- Standalone Electron desktop environment for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Real-time visual composition using interconnected operators and programmable effects
- Custom JavaScript operators for extending interactive visual programming workflows
- Enhanced local system access beyond standard browser sandbox restrictions
- Fullscreen editor and maximized rendering options through command-line arguments