Learn PREACT-MOTION with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Practical Examples
Spring-based fade-in box
Expand/collapse card
Follow-the-mouse spring effect
Animating list additions/removals
Staggered menu item entrances
Troubleshooting
Check if spring() wrap is used correctly
Ensure numeric values for interpolation
Avoid animating non-interpolable CSS props
Check list keys in TransitionMotion
Verify the render-prop pattern
Testing Guide
Mock requestAnimationFrame
Validate final animated state
Use fake timers
Snapshot rendered style output
Disable motion during unit tests
Deployment Options
Static hosting (Vite/Netlify)
Embedded devices (WASM + Preact)
PWAs
Microfrontends
Edge-deployed sites
Tools Ecosystem
spring() physics helper
default presets: gentle, wobbly, stiff
Preact Signals for state inputs
Use with Preact Router
CSS utility frameworks alongside
Integrations
Preact Router for route transitions
Tailwind CSS for styling
Zustand/Signals for state
GSAP (optional combo)
WASM apps with Preact UI
Productivity Tips
Use presets for reusable springs
Combine with Preact Signals
Tune stiffness/damping carefully
Preview animations early
Keep motion logic centralized
Challenges
Debugging spring configs
Interpolation only works on numbers
Handling fast state changes
Animating multiple items
Understanding transition lifecycle