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gsap-animations

Create accessible, GPU-accelerated GSAP animations with ScrollTrigger for websites and WordPress themes.

Updated Jan 17, 2026
Search Tags:#performance#accessibility#animation#wordpress#gsap#scroll-trigger
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AndyMarigoldLabs/continuous-funding --skill gsap-animations-andymarigoldlabs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gsap-animations
Source: https://github.com/AndyMarigoldLabs/continuous-funding/tree/main/.claude/skills/gsap-animations
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AndyMarigoldLabs/continuous-funding --skill gsap-animations-andymarigoldlabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Web teams need smooth, accessible, and performant animations without sacrificing page speed or usability. This Skill provides ready-to-use GSAP patterns and guidelines to implement engaging UI motions that respect users' motion preferences.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scroll-triggered animations: fade-ins, slides, and parallax effects that run at 60fps by using GPU-accelerated transforms.
  • Accessibility-first patterns: respects prefers-reduced-motion and CSS fallbacks so content remains usable without animations.
  • WordPress integration: includes enqueueing examples and practical usage in themes to streamline integration.

Quick Start

Load GSAP and ScrollTrigger from a CDN, initialize a simple fade-in timeline for elements with class "gsap-fade", and test for reduced-motion compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsap-animations

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create accessible GSAP scroll-triggered animations that respect reduced-motion preferences?▼

Accessible GSAP animations use CSS fallbacks and respect the prefers-reduced-motion setting, ensuring scroll-triggered effects remain usable. Content stays visible and functional without relying on motion, meeting accessibility standards across devices.

How do I integrate GSAP animations into a WordPress theme?▼

GSAP integration in WordPress involves enqueueing GSAP and ScrollTrigger scripts from a CDN within your theme. You then initialize timelines targeting specific classes to deploy scroll-triggered frontend effects like fade-ins and parallax.

What is the best way to optimize GSAP animations for 60fps web performance?▼

Optimizing GSAP performance requires using GPU-accelerated transforms for your scroll-triggered animations. This approach ensures smooth 60fps rendering, complemented by proper cleanup and performance optimization guidelines to maintain page speed.

Can I use Playwright to test GSAP scroll-triggered animations for visual QA?▼

Yes, GSAP animations can be tested using Playwright. The implementation includes testing hooks specifically designed for visual QA, allowing you to verify scroll-triggered effects and motion behavior across your web project.

Why do my GSAP parallax animations cause layout shifts on mobile devices?▼

Layout shifts often occur when animations use non-GPU-friendly properties. Using GPU-accelerated transforms for parallax effects ensures responsive rendering across devices, and proper cleanup prevents performance degradation that disrupts layout.

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