toast-usage

Implement transient toast notifications with @techsio/ui-kit Toaster and useToast in React apps.

2|Updated Dec 2, 2024
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npx skills add https://github.com/TechsioCZ/new-engine --skill toast-usage
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Skill: toast-usage
Source: https://github.com/TechsioCZ/new-engine/tree/main/libs/ui/skills/toast-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TechsioCZ/new-engine --skill toast-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enables consistent, lightweight feedback in React apps by wiring Toaster and useToast from @techsio/ui-kit to show transient notifications after user actions, improving UX and perceived performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Toaster portal for global toast management and consistent placement
  • useToast hook for programmatic toast creation and control
  • Predefined toast types: success, error, info, warning
  • Support for title, description, auto-close, and dismiss actions
  • Practical patterns for common tasks like form submissions, data saves, and CRUD flows

Quick Start

Render a Toaster in the app shell and trigger a success toast after a user action.

Frequently Asked Questions about toast-usage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I show toast notifications in React after a form submission?

To show toast notifications in React after a form submission, render a Toaster portal in your app shell and call the useToast hook to trigger a success toast. This provides immediate, transient feedback to the user once the action completes.

What are toast notifications and when should I use them in a React app?

Toast notifications are lightweight, transient messages that provide instant feedback after user actions. Use them in React apps for scenarios like form submissions, data saves, and CRUD operations to improve UX and perceived performance.

Can I display different toast types like error and warning in React?

Yes, you can display different toast types including success, error, info, and warning in React. The useToast hook supports predefined types with customizable title, description, auto-close, and dismiss actions for consistent feedback.

What is the best way to manage toast placement globally in a React application?

The best way to manage toast placement globally is to render a Toaster portal in your app shell. This handles global toast management and ensures consistent placement across all notifications triggered by the useToast hook.

Does this toast notification approach require any external dependencies?

This toast notification approach requires the @techsio/ui-kit package, which provides the Toaster component and useToast hook. No other dependencies are needed to implement transient notifications in your React app.

Why use transient toasts instead of inline messages for CRUD operation feedback?

Use transient toasts instead of inline messages for CRUD operation feedback because toasts provide non-blocking, consistent notification placement. They auto-close and support dismiss actions, improving UX without disrupting the page layout.