Learn ANIMXYZ with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Architecture
CSS utility classes for animation types
Keyframe definitions stored in CSS
HTML elements trigger animations via class application
Optional JS for programmatic animation control
Composable class structure for combining effects
Rendering Model
CSS keyframes define animation sequence
Class names trigger keyframes
Duration, delay, and easing control timing
Combinable classes enable complex effects
Animation plays natively in browser GPU-accelerated CSS
Architectural Patterns
Utility-first CSS architecture
Composable animation classes
Optional JS triggers for dynamic control
Integration with component-based frameworks
Custom keyframe extensions for advanced cases
Real World Architectures
Landing page animations
Interactive dashboards
Modal/popover entrance and exit
Component library with pre-defined animation classes
Prototype UI animations for web apps
Design Principles
Utility-first for rapid development
Composable animations via class combinations
Minimal CSS overhead
Framework-agnostic
Predictable, maintainable, and reusable patterns
Scalability Guide
Use composable classes for reusable patterns
Avoid duplicate keyframes by leveraging utilities
Batch animation triggers for performance
Limit simultaneous heavy animations on a page
Use stagger and delay classes for complex sequences
Migration Guide
Replace custom keyframe CSS with xyz-* classes
Map entrance/exit animations to xyz-in/out
Add xyz-delay and xyz-duration utilities
Adjust easing via xyz-ease classes
Remove redundant JS animation libraries if needed