Learn ANT-DESIGN with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 23, 2025
Installation Setup
Install via npm: `npm install antd`
Include CSS: `import 'antd/dist/antd.css';`
Use component-level imports for tree-shaking
Configure LESS variables for custom theming
Integrate with React build tools like Webpack, Vite, or Create React App
Environment Setup
Install Node.js and npm
Install AntD via npm
Include CSS/LESS theme
Configure React project
Start coding with AntD components
Config Files
package.json - npm dependencies including AntD
src/components/ - reusable components
src/pages/ - page-level components
src/styles/ - LESS or CSS overrides
public/ - static assets
Cli Commands
npm install antd
Optional: `npm start` for CRA dev server
Build with Webpack, Vite, or Next.js
Custom theme compilation using LESS loader
Tree-shaking imports to optimize bundle
Internationalization
Built-in i18n support
LocaleProvider for component translations
Date/time pickers respect locale
Messages and labels customizable
Supports RTL layouts
Accessibility
ARIA-compliant components
Keyboard navigable
Screen-reader friendly
Form validation accessible
Custom accessible components encouraged
Ui Styling
CSS via LESS variables
Theming for colors, spacing, typography
Grid layout using Row/Col
Component-specific props for style
Supports dark/light modes with token overrides
State Management
Component-level state with React
Forms and inputs are controlled components
Integration with Redux, MobX, or Zustand optional
Modals and notifications maintain internal state
Props and callbacks manage data flow
Data Management
Handled via React props/state
Forms integrate with backend APIs
Tables support remote data fetching
No built-in global state management
External state libraries recommended for complex apps