Animating vector paths in Framer
In this Framer tutorial, you will learn Animating vector paths in Framer. We explain a practical workflow, highlight the key settings that affect the result, and show how to apply the technique on real pages for cleaner UX and better site performance.
How do I animate vector paths using the stroke effect in Framer?
To animate vector paths with the stroke effect in Framer, start by creating a vector set from your vector layers. Right-click on the selected groups and choose ’create vector set.’ Then, double-click any icon to enter the vector set editing view. Select a vector layer, go to the effects section in the properties panel, and add the stroke effect. You can then adjust properties like length, gap, and offset to control the animation. Preview your animation with Command+P.
What do the length, gap, and offset properties do in the stroke effect?
The length and gap properties control how much of the path is visible and how much is hidden, essentially creating a dashed line effect. The gap is the portion of the path that is hidden, and the length is the visible part. The offset property shifts the animation along the path, which can be used to reverse the animation or adjust its starting point. For example, setting offset to 100% moves the animation by the full length of the path.
How can I create looping or continuous vector path animations?
Within the stroke effect settings, you can enable looping by setting the loop property to ’yes.’ There are three loop modes: ’repeat’ (animation restarts abruptly), ’mirror’ (animation plays forward then backward), and ’continuous’ (animation moves forward infinitely without resetting). For a truly continuous effect, set the easing to ’linear’ so the speed remains constant, and adjust the length and gap as needed.
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