What is lazy loading and how does it improve user experience?

What is lazy loading and how does it improve user experience?

Lazy loading is a design pattern that delays the loading of non-essential resources until they are needed. This improves user experience by speeding up initial page load times and reducing bandwidth usage.

Can you give me an example of where lazy loading is used?

Sure! Lazy loading is commonly used in image-heavy websites, like e-commerce sites, where images are loaded as the user scrolls down the page.

Are there any downsides to using lazy loading?

Yes, potential downsides include SEO challenges if not implemented correctly and possible delays in content visibility for users.

How can I implement lazy loading on my website?

You can implement lazy loading using JavaScript libraries or by using the native loading attribute in HTML, like loading='lazy' for images.