Overview
The skeleton_animation package provides a simple way to display skeleton placeholders in Flutter apps across Android, iOS, and web platforms. It mimics the loading state of UI elements with animated gray shapes that resemble content before it's fully loaded. Ideal for improving perceived performance during data fetching, it helps maintain a smooth user experience by reducing visual abruptness. The package is lightweight and integrates seamlessly into existing widgets without requiring complex setup.
Use cases
- Loading screens for lists
- Placeholder views for images
- Preventing layout shifts during data fetch
- Enhancing UX during network delays
- Animating content placeholders in forms
Key features
- Cross-platform support (Android, iOS, Web)
- Simple integration with existing widgets
- Animated skeleton shapes
- Minimal configuration required
- Lightweight and performant
Suitable for
- Developers building dynamic UIs
- Apps with frequent data loading
- UX-focused applications
- Prototyping interactive screens
- Projects aiming to reduce perceived load time
Considerations
- Limited customization options
- No built-in support for custom animation speeds
- Requires manual handling of visibility states
- Not suitable for static placeholder designs
- Depends on external dependencies for advanced features