What are the basics of using GSAP with Vue?

What are the basics of using GSAP with Vue?

GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) is a powerful library for creating animations. In Vue, you can integrate GSAP by using lifecycle hooks to trigger animations when components mount or update.

Can you give me a simple example of how to animate a component?

Sure! You can use the mounted hook in your Vue component to trigger a GSAP animation. For example:

mounted() {
  gsap.to(this.$refs.box, { duration: 1, x: 100 });
}

This will move a box element 100 pixels to the right when the component is mounted.

What if I want to animate on a button click?

You can create a method that triggers the animation on button click. For example:

methods: {
  animateBox() {
    gsap.to(this.$refs.box, { duration: 1, scale: 1.5 });
  }
}

Then bind this method to a button's click event.

Are there any performance considerations I should be aware of?

Yes, when using GSAP with Vue, it's important to minimize DOM manipulations and avoid excessive animations to maintain performance. Use requestAnimationFrame for smoother animations.