What are the basics of using gesture handler in React Native?

What are the basics of using gesture handler in React Native?

React Native Gesture Handler is a library that provides better gesture handling capabilities than the built-in gesture system. It allows you to create complex gestures like swipes, taps, and long presses.

How do I install the gesture handler library?

You can install it using npm or yarn. Run npm install react-native-gesture-handler or yarn add react-native-gesture-handler in your project directory.

Can you give me an example of a simple gesture?

Sure! Here's a simple example of a tap gesture:

import { TapGestureHandler } from 'react-native-gesture-handler';

<TapGestureHandler onActivated={() => { console.log('Tapped!'); }}>
  <View>
    <Text>Tap me!</Text>
  </View>
</TapGestureHandler>

What gestures can I implement with this library?

You can implement various gestures like tap, long press, pan, pinch, and swipe. Each gesture has its own handler that you can customize.