gsap-utils

Provides math utilities for GSAP animations including clamping, mapping, normalizing, interpolating, randomizing, snapping, and units.

3|1|Updated May 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan --skill gsap-utils-het8802
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Skill: gsap-utils
Source: https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan/tree/main/.agents/skills/gsap-utils
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan --skill gsap-utils-het8802

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gsap-core, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps in understanding and using GSAP utility functions for effective animation and value transformation in web development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Value Clamping & Mapping: Control values to defined ranges, map them to other ranges.
  • Normalization & Interpolation: Normalize values to a 0-1 scale and interpolate between values.
  • Randomization & Snapping: Randomly select values from a range or array, and snap to defined snap points.
  • Units and Parsing: Get unit types, unitize numbers with units, and split color strings.
  • Arrays and Collections: Work with arrays, convert values to arrays, and compose multiple transformations with pipelines.

Quick Start

Execute a script with gsap.utils.random(-100, 100, 5, true) for a new random number in the range.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsap-utils

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clamp and map values within GSAP animations?

GSAP utility functions allow you to clamp values to defined ranges and map them to other ranges for precise animation control. You can use these transformations to constrain properties and remap inputs directly within your web animations.

What does normalizing and interpolating values in GSAP do?

Normalizing in GSAP scales values to a 0-1 range, while interpolating calculates intermediate values between two points. These utilities provide smooth value transitions and standardized scaling for complex animation logic.

How do I generate random values and snap points for web animations?

GSAP utilities can randomly select values from a range or array, and snap numbers to defined snap points. This enables randomized animation effects and precise grid-like positioning without manual calculation.

Do I need gsap-core to use utility functions for value transformation?

Yes, you need the gsap and gsap-core libraries installed to execute these utility functions. The environment requires these dependencies to handle math operations, unit parsing, and plugin integration.

Can I compose multiple GSAP transformations into a single pipeline?

Yes, you can compose multiple transformations with pipelines using GSAP utilities. This allows you to chain operations like clamping, mapping, and unitizing arrays together to streamline complex animation workflows.

How do I handle units and parse color strings in GSAP?

GSAP utility functions can get unit types, unitize numbers with specific units, and split color strings. This simplifies parsing mixed data types and applying correct measurement units during animations.