animate

Add purposeful animations and micro-interactions to web UI state changes.

Updated May 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/riabtsev/viscore_main --skill animate-riabtsev
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Skill: animate
Source: https://github.com/riabtsev/viscore_main/tree/main/.github/skills/animate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/riabtsev/viscore_main --skill animate-riabtsev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of static, abrupt UI changes that fail to provide clear feedback and feel less engaging to users.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Feedback-focused micro-interactions: Add hover, click, loading, focus, and validation animations that make state changes understandable.
  • Smarter transitions: Replace jarring show/hide and route/page changes with smooth fades, slides, and orchestrated entrances.
  • Delight with guardrails: Introduce tasteful entrance and empty-state moments while respecting performance budgets and accessibility needs (including prefers-reduced-motion).
  • Use Case: After a user submits a form, animate the transition from “submitting” to “success” with a non-blocking confirmation and smooth UI updates that clarify what just happened.

Quick Start

Use the animate skill to review a specific UI interaction and add purposeful animations that improve feedback, clarify state changes, and remain performant and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions about animate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I add micro-interactions to web UI state changes without hurting web performance?

Add micro-interactions by using performance-safe motion properties like transform and opacity. This approach ensures smooth UI feedback during hover, click, and loading states without degrading web performance or blocking the main thread.

How do I handle prefers-reduced-motion when adding UI animation to a Next.js app?

Handle prefers-reduced-motion by providing non-animated fallbacks for all UI animations. This ensures your Next.js app remains accessible, immediately showing the final state without motion for users who request reduced visual stimuli.

What is the best way to animate route and page transitions in interactive web apps?

The best way to animate route transitions is using orchestrated entrances with smooth fades and slides. This replaces jarring show/hide changes with clear, purposeful motion that clarifies navigation state updates.

Can I use animation to improve form validation feedback and submission states?

Yes, you can animate form validation feedback and submission states. Use non-blocking confirmation animations to transition smoothly from submitting to success, clarifying what just happened for the user without interrupting their workflow.

When should I avoid using entrance choreography and motion design in user interfaces?

Avoid using entrance choreography when users have prefers-reduced-motion enabled or when animations exceed performance budgets. Always provide non-animated fallbacks to ensure the UI remains usable without relying on motion design.

Why do my UI animations cause layout shifts and jank during interactive state updates?

UI animations cause jank when animating layout-triggering properties instead of transform and opacity. Stick to performance-safe motion properties and select appropriate timings and easing to prevent visual jank during state updates.