This document describes the API of the JGoodies Looks, a library that makes your Swing applications and applets look better. The package consists of a Windows look&feel and the Plastic look&feel family. These have been optimized for readability, precise micro-design and usability.

The JGoodies Looks require Java 6 or later. Versions for older Java runtimes are available at here.

## Getting Started

First, download and run the JGoodies Looks Demo. Then follow the Quick Start and read the user's guide. If you want to use a JGoodies l&f in NetBeans read here. As a next step you can study the JGoodies articles and presentations.