motion-framer

Create declarative animations and gestures for React UI components.

Updated Jun 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ayofemiade/cleva --skill motion-framer-ayofemiade
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Skill: motion-framer
Source: https://github.com/ayofemiade/cleva/tree/main/.claude/skills/motion-framer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ayofemiade/cleva --skill motion-framer-ayofemiade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Motion-framer is a comprehensive library designed to streamline and simplify UI development using animations. It enables designers and developers to add complex motion sequences, micro-interactions, and transitions without delving deep into CSS and JavaScript intricacies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Declarative Animations: Create complex animation sequences declaratively using a handful of Motion components and hooks.
  • Layout Animation: Animate position and size changes dynamically when UI layouts are resized.
  • Interactivity: Add interactivity with gestures like hover, tap, and drag.
  • Use Case: When building a dynamic e-commerce site, use Motion-framer to add engaging hover effects to product cards and smooth transitions when navigating between pages.

Quick Start

To apply a hover effect to a button, use the following command:

motion-button whileHover={{ scale: 1.1 }}

Frequently Asked Questions about motion-framer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create declarative animations for React components?

You can create declarative animations for React components by utilizing Motion components and hooks to build complex sequences and micro-interactions without writing intricate CSS or JavaScript. This approach streamlines UI development workflows.

Can I use framer-motion for layout animation in Next.js?

Yes, framer-motion supports Next.js and other modern JavaScript frameworks to animate layout animations. It dynamically animates position and size changes when UI layouts are resized, requiring React 18+ compatibility.

What is the best way to add hover and drag gestures to UI components?

The best way to add hover and drag gestures to UI components is by using declarative motion properties like whileHover or drag. This enables interactive micro-interactions directly within your React and JavaScript UI development workflow.

Does React layout animation require TypeScript to function?

No, React layout animation does not require TypeScript to function, although it is fully supported. The library requires React 18+ compatibility and applies to web development workflows needing dynamic motion effects and transitions.

Why use a JavaScript animation library instead of CSS for layout transitions?

Using a JavaScript animation library instead of CSS simplifies adding complex motion sequences and dynamic layout animations. It allows developers to declaratively animate UI components and handle gesture recognition without delving into CSS intricacies.