You Don't Need Animations
5 days ago
- #Animations
- #User Experience
- #UI Design
- Animations can enhance interfaces by making them predictable, faster, and enjoyable, but misuse can have the opposite effect.
- Purposeful animations should serve a clear function, such as explaining features or improving responsiveness.
- Frequency of use is critical; animations that users encounter often should be minimal or avoided to prevent annoyance.
- Perception of speed is important; faster animations improve perceived performance and should generally stay under 300ms.
- Tooltips should have a slight delay to prevent accidental activation but open subsequent tooltips instantly.
- The goal is to build great interfaces, not to animate unnecessarily; sometimes the best choice is no animation at all.