vercel-react-view-transitions

Implement View Transition API animations in React applications.

Updated Jun 21, 2026
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Skill: vercel-react-view-transitions
Source: https://github.com/Bonny94ITA/BottegaWeb/tree/main/.claude/skills/vercel-react-view-transitions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Bonny94ITA/BottegaWeb --skill vercel-react-view-transitions-bonny94ita

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires react, react-dom, react-router-dom, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide for implementing smooth, native-feeling animations in React applications using the View Transition API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View Transition API: Implement smooth animations using the <ViewTransition> component.
  • Shared Element Transitions: Create shared element animations for a seamless user experience.
  • Suspense Reveals: Animate content loading with Suspense.
  • List Reorder: Handle list reorder animations.
  • Directional Navigation: Implement directional page transitions.
  • Next.js Integration: Leverage Next.js for advanced routing and server-side transitions.
  • Accessibility: Ensure animations are accessible and work with reduced motion preferences.

Quick Start

Use the vercel-react-view-transitions skill to add a fade-in animation to the 'Home' page when it loads.

Frequently Asked Questions about vercel-react-view-transitions

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create smooth, native-feeling animations in React using the View Transition API?

To create smooth, native-feeling animations in React, use the View Transition API with the <ViewTransition> component. This approach implements shared element transitions, suspense reveals, and directional navigation without external animation libraries.

What is the best way to animate list reorders and shared elements in a React application?

The best way to animate list reorders and shared elements is using the View Transition API. It captures the before and after states of the DOM automatically, creating seamless shared element animations and smooth list reorder transitions.

Does the React View Transition API work with Next.js for page transitions?

Yes, the View Transition API works with Next.js integration to enable advanced routing and server-side transitions. You can implement directional page transitions and animate content loading seamlessly across route changes.

Do I need specific dependencies to implement view transitions in my React app?

You need React, react-dom, and react-router-dom installed to implement view transitions. You also need relevant CSS for animations to define the visual behavior of the shared element transitions and suspense reveals.

Can I use React view transitions if my users have reduced motion preferences enabled?

Yes, you can use React view transitions with reduced motion preferences. The implementation includes accessibility features to ensure animations respect user settings and remain accessible while performing directional navigation and suspense reveals.

Why are my React view transitions not working without proper CSS?

React view transitions are not working because the API requires relevant CSS for animations to define visual states. Without CSS targeting the transition pseudo-elements, the DOM swap occurs instantly without the native-feeling animation.