CSS Animations vs React Transition Group: Which to Use?

What are the main differences between CSS animations and React Transition Group?

CSS animations are defined in stylesheets and are great for simple animations, while React Transition Group is a library that provides more control over animations in React applications.

When should I use React Transition Group instead of CSS animations?

Use React Transition Group when you need to manage complex animations that depend on component lifecycle events or when you want to animate elements entering or leaving the DOM.

Can I combine both CSS animations and React Transition Group?

Yes, you can combine them! Use CSS for basic animations and React Transition Group for managing the timing and lifecycle of those animations.

What are some performance considerations when using animations?

Performance can be affected by the complexity of animations and the number of elements being animated. It's best to use hardware-accelerated properties like transform and opacity.