How can I create custom loading indicators in a React app?

How can I create custom loading indicators in a React app?

You can create custom loading indicators in a React app by using state to manage loading status and rendering a component conditionally.

Can you show me an example of a custom loading indicator?

Sure! You can create a simple spinner component and use it like this:

const Spinner = () => <div className='spinner'>Loading...</div>;

const App = () => {
  const [loading, setLoading] = useState(true);

  useEffect(() => {
    // Simulate a data fetch
    setTimeout(() => setLoading(false), 2000);
  }, []);

  return loading ? <Spinner /> : <div>Data Loaded!</div>;
};

What styles can I apply to the loading indicator?

You can style the loading indicator using CSS. For example, you can add animations, change colors, or adjust sizes to make it visually appealing.

Are there any libraries for loading indicators?

Yes, there are several libraries like 'react-spinners' and 'react-loader-spinner' that provide pre-built loading indicators you can easily integrate.