Overview
PaginationView is a Flutter package designed to simplify the implementation of paginated lists, especially when fetching data from the internet. It handles loading states, error handling, and automatic scrolling to load more items as users approach the end of the list. Built with simplicity and performance in mind, it integrates seamlessly with async data sources like APIs. The package supports multiple platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it ideal for cross-platform applications requiring efficient lazy loading of large datasets.
Use cases
- Fetching paginated API data
- Loading large lists efficiently
- Implementing infinite scroll
- Displaying dynamic content from web services
- Building responsive feed interfaces
Key features
- Automatic loading on scroll
- Built-in loading and error states
- Supports async data sources
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Simple integration with ListView.builder
Suitable for
- Developers building feeds or lists with remote data
- Apps requiring efficient memory usage
- Projects needing smooth infinite scrolling
- Teams prioritizing rapid development
- Cross-platform mobile and web apps
Considerations
- Requires proper handling of API response structure
- May need custom logic for complex pagination schemes
- Not optimized for extremely high-frequency updates
- Depends on external network requests for data
- Limited customization for advanced UI behaviors