Overview
Flutter Shimmer is a package that provides a smooth, animated shimmer effect to indicate loading states in user interfaces. Instead of traditional progress bars or static loaders, it offers a visually appealing gradient animation that mimics the look of content loading, enhancing UX with a modern, dynamic feel. Ideal for placeholders in lists, cards, or images, it helps maintain visual continuity during data fetching. The package supports all major platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Use cases
- Loading placeholders in lists
- Animated card placeholders
- Image loading indicators
- Content skeletons in UI
- Improving perceived performance
Key features
- Smooth gradient shimmer animation
- Customizable shimmer direction
- Supports multiple platforms
- Easy integration with existing widgets
- Configurable shimmer color and intensity
Suitable for
- UI designers seeking modern loading effects
- Developers improving app UX
- Apps with dynamic content loading
- Prototyping interactive screens
- Creating engaging onboarding experiences
Considerations
- Not suitable for actual data loading logic
- May impact performance if overused
- Requires careful styling to match app theme
- Limited customization beyond basic animations
- Best used with proper timing and context