vercel-react-view-transitions

Implement ViewTransition API transitions in React and Next.js apps.

Updated May 31, 2026
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Skill: vercel-react-view-transitions
Source: https://github.com/ChristineTham/lp/tree/main/.agents/skills/vercel-react-view-transitions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ChristineTham/lp --skill vercel-react-view-transitions-christinetham

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

React apps often feel jarring when UI states change; this skill provides a structured approach to implementing smooth, native-feeling transitions using React's View Transition API, enabling consistent motion across navigations, suspense reveals, and shared-element morphs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • <ViewTransition> component usage to declare what to animate (enter, exit, update, share) and how it looks.
  • addTransitionType to tag transitions for directional or context-specific animations.
  • Shared element transitions (morph) across views for a cohesive user experience.
  • View Transition Events and the Web Animations API for imperative control.
  • CSS pseudo-elements like ::view-transition-old/new/group for snapshot styling.
  • Next.js integration guidance, including experimental viewTransition flag and transitionTypes on links.
  • Accessibility considerations with reduced-motion handling.
  • Ready-to-use CSS recipes for common patterns.

Quick Start

Enable a simple directional transition from a list to a detail view using a basic ViewTransition wrapper.

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 implement shared element transitions in React?

Shared element transitions in React are implemented using the ViewTransition API to morph elements across views. You use the <ViewTransition> component to declare shared elements, enabling smooth, native-feeling UI animations during state changes.

Does Next.js support the View Transition API for page navigations?

Yes, Next.js supports the View Transition API when you enable the experimental viewTransition flag. You can apply transitionTypes on links to trigger directional forward and back transitions during page navigations.

How do I handle reduced motion accessibility with view transitions?

Reduced motion accessibility is handled using CSS recipes that target the prefers-reduced-motion media query. This ensures users with motion sensitivity see standard UI state changes instead of animated view transitions.

Can I use CSS pseudo-elements to style view transition snapshots?

Yes, you can style view transition snapshots using CSS pseudo-elements like ::view-transition-old, ::view-transition-new, and ::view-transition-group. These allow precise visual control over enter, exit, and update animation states.

How do I tag directional view transitions in a React app?

You tag directional view transitions using the addTransitionType function to assign context-specific or directional labels. This allows you to trigger forward or back animations based on the navigation flow.

What is the best way to animate Suspense reveals without jarring UI jumps?

Animating Suspense reveals is best handled by wrapping the Suspense boundary with the ViewTransition API. This animates the UI state change smoothly as asynchronous data loads and content renders.