Mastering GSAP Animations in Next.js App Router
Mastering GSAP Animations in Next.js App Router
GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) is the industry standard for creating complex web animations. However, implementing it in Next.js Client Components can sometimes cause layout shifts or trigger double-animation loops due to React's Strict Mode.
In this guide, we'll cover the clean practices to implement GSAP smoothly.
1. Correct Plugin Registration
Always check if window is defined before registering, or use GSAP's native hooks:
"use client";
import gsap from "gsap";
import { ScrollTrigger } from "gsap/ScrollTrigger";
import { useEffect } from "react";
gsap.registerPlugin(ScrollTrigger);
2. Using the @gsap/react Hook
The best way to animate in React is by using the official useGSAP hook. It automatically cleans up timelines when components unmount, preventing memory leaks:
import { useGSAP } from "@gsap/react";
useGSAP(() => {
gsap.to(".box", { x: 360 });
}, { scope: containerRef }); // Scope limits selection to target element descendants
3. Creating Scroll Trigger pin effects
When pinning elements, ensure that Lenis or any smooth-scroller you use is synchronized to avoid jumpy behaviors. Set syncTouch: true and check if components are properly loaded.
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