Setting up SDL2 in macOS (Xcode or CMake)

This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up SDL2 in an Xcode or CMake project on macOS

Ryan McCombe
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Setting up SDL2 with CMake in CLion
How do I configure an SDL2 project using CMake in the CLion IDE?
Supported Image Formats in SDL2_image
What image formats can I load using the SDL2_image library?
Setting a Custom Window Icon in SDL2
How can I set a custom icon for my SDL2 application window?
Toggling Fullscreen Mode in SDL2
How can I toggle between windowed and fullscreen modes in my SDL2 application?
Handling Retina Displays in SDL2 on macOS
How can I ensure my SDL2 application looks sharp on Retina displays on macOS?
Handling Modifier Keys in SDL2
How can I detect modifier keys (e.g., Shift, Ctrl, Alt) in SDL2?