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Introducing the Contracts UI Builder: Scaffold Frontends for Smart Contracts in Just a Few Clicks

Written by Christian Santagata | August 13, 2025

We are excited to launch Contracts UI Builder, a tool that helps you to spin up a quick React frontend for deployed smart contracts. This development wizard instantly generates complete dapp interfaces with wallet integration and multi-network support, eliminating the need to build contract interaction UIs from scratch.

What is the Contracts UI Builder?

The OpenZeppelin Contracts UI Builder is a smart contract frontend generator that transforms any deployed contract into a simple, functional React application. By analyzing your contract's ABI, it automatically creates user-friendly interfaces for all contract functions, complete with wallet integration and cross-chain compatibility.

Key Features:

  • Instant React frontend generation
  • Built-in wallet connect functionality
  • Multi-network support
  • Zero coding required
  • Exportable, production-ready code

Why Use the Contracts UI Builder for Smart Contract Development?

Eliminate Frontend Development Bottlenecks

Building blockchain apps frontends traditionally requires extensive knowledge of wallet integration, blockchain libraries, and React development. Contracts UI Builder removes these barriers by auto-generating production-ready interfaces.

Accelerate Dapp Prototyping

Perfect for rapid prototyping, MVP development, and contract testing. Generate functional interfaces in a few clicks rather than spending days on frontend development.

Built-in Best Practices

Each generated interface includes:

  • Proper error handling for failed transactions
  • Loading states during blockchain interactions
  • Network switching functionality
  • Gas estimation and transaction confirmation
  • Responsive design for desktop and mobile
  • Optional OpenZeppelin Relayer integration for gasless transaction execution

Smart Contract Frontend Generator Use Cases

Contract Testing and QA

Generate testing interfaces for deployed contracts on testnets. QA teams can interact with all contract functions without requiring custom tooling or technical blockchain knowledge.

Demo and Presentation Interfaces

Create professional-looking dapp interfaces for stakeholder demos, investor presentations, or user testing sessions. Show contract functionality without exposing technical complexity.

MVP dapp Development

Launch minimum viable products quickly by using generated frontends as starting points. Deploy immediately or extend with custom features as your project grows.

Internal Team Tools

Create simple interfaces for team members to interact with deployed contracts. Perfect for non-technical stakeholders who need contract access.

How to Create a Frontend for Your Smart Contracts

Step 1: Input Your Deployed Contract

Navigate to builder.openzeppelin.com, select your network, and input your contract address. The tool automatically fetches your contract's ABI and displays all available functions.

Step 2: Select Contract Functions

Choose which write function to execute on in your dapp interface. Customize function names, add descriptions, and configure input validation as needed.

Step 3: Generate and Export React Code

Then simply generate your complete React application. Preview the interface, test functionality, and export the full codebase for deployment or further development.

Video tutorial: How to Build a Simple No-Code Frontend for Your Smart Contracts with the Contracts UI Builder

Watch our hands-on demonstration of Contracts UI Builder in action. This 4-minute tutorial walks you through the complete process, from contract input to frontend export, showing exactly how fast and simple it is to create frontend interfaces for deployed smart contracts with the OpenZeppelin Contracts UI Builder.

Supported Networks and Protocols

At the moment, the Contracts UI Builder supports all major EVM-compatible networks:

  • Ethereum Mainnet and Testnets
  • Layer 2: Arbitrum, Base, Polygon, OP Mainnet, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Linea, Scroll, ZkSync
  • And many more to come

Selected non-EVM networks will also be integrated, with integration currently in development for Solana, Stellar, and Midnight.

The tool automatically detects network requirements and configures the frontend accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of smart contracts work with Contracts UI Builder?

Contracts UI Builder works with any deployed smart contract. This includes ERC-20 tokens, ERC-721 NFTs, DeFi protocols, DAOs, gaming contracts, and custom business logic contracts.

Do I need React experience to use the generated code?

No React experience is required to use the generated interface. However, if you want to modify or extend the code, basic React knowledge can be helpful. The exported code follows standard React patterns and includes clear documentation.

Can I customize the generated frontend design?

Yes, the generated React components use standard CSS classes and can be styled with any CSS framework or custom styles. The code is fully exportable and modifiable.

Is the generated code production-ready?

Yes, all generated code follows React best practices and includes proper error handling, loading states, and security considerations. You can deploy the generated interface directly to production.

How does wallet connection work in generated frontends?

Generated interfaces include wallet connection functionality using popular Web3 libraries, such as viem, wagmi, and RainbowKit. Users can connect MetaMask, WalletConnect-compatible wallets, and other major wallet providers.

Can I add the generated frontend to an existing React application?

Absolutely. The generated components are modular and can be imported into existing React applications. Each contract function becomes a standalone React component.

Can I enable gasless transactions in the generated frontend?

Yes, Contracts UI Builder supports integration with OpenZeppelin Relayer for gasless transaction execution. This allows users to interact with your smart contracts without needing gas, which significantly improves the user experience.

Start Building Frontends for Your Smart Contracts Fast

Ready to transform your deployed smart contracts into user-friendly React applications? Visit builder.openzeppelin.com and generate your first contract frontend in seconds.

Get started now:

  1. Navigate to builder.openzeppelin.com
  2. Select your network
  3. Enter your contract address
  4. Select a function and customize your interface
  5. Generate and export your React app

Have feedback or spot an issue? Submit it on  GitHub to help us keep improving the Contracts UI Builder!