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opentui-animation

Implement OpenTUI timeline animations for React and Solid terminal UIs.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#timeline#React#animation#terminal-ui#animate#Solid#OpenTUI
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nthplusio/functional-claude --skill opentui-animation
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: opentui-animation
Source: https://github.com/nthplusio/functional-claude/tree/main/plugins/opentui-dev/skills/opentui-animation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nthplusio/functional-claude --skill opentui-animation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

OpenTUI animations streamline terminal user interfaces by providing timeline-based motion, easing, and transitions, making TUIs feel responsive and polished without complex drawing logic.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Timeline-based animations for React and Solid OpenTUI components
  • Built-in easing, animation control, and cross-framework support
  • Use cases include progress indicators, micro-interactions, and animated transitions in terminal apps

Quick Start

Use useTimeline to create a 2s timeline and animate a UI element from width 0 to 50 over 2 seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions about opentui-animation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I animate terminal UI components using a timeline in React?▼

You can animate terminal UI components by using the OpenTUI useTimeline hook to create a timeline that transitions element properties like width over a set duration. It provides timeline-based motion and easing for React projects.

Can I use OpenTUI timeline animations in Solid projects?▼

Yes, OpenTUI timeline animations support Solid projects alongside React. The skill provides cross-framework animation control, easing, and timeline-based effects for both Solid and React terminal user interfaces.

How do I add progress bars and fading transitions to a terminal UI?▼

You can add progress bars and fading transitions to a terminal UI by implementing OpenTUI animations. The skill covers common TUI patterns like progress indicators, sliders, and animated transitions using timeline-based effects and built-in easing.

Does OpenTUI animation require complex drawing logic for terminal interfaces?▼

No, OpenTUI animation does not require complex drawing logic for terminal interfaces. It streamlines TUIs by providing timeline-based motion, easing, and transitions, making terminal apps feel responsive and polished without manual drawing.

What is the best way to control easing and timing for terminal UI animations?▼

The best way to control easing and timing for terminal UI animations is through OpenTUI's timeline-based animation libraries. They provide built-in easing functions and animation control for React and Solid components.

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