What are some popular fixes for flickering animations in Webflow, specifically on iPhones and iPads?

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September 22, 2023

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Flickering animations can be an issue when viewing websites on iPhones and iPads due to their different rendering engines. However, there are several popular fixes that you can try to minimize or eliminate flickering animations in Webflow on these devices:

Use CSS transform property: Animations using the transform property tend to perform better on iPhones and iPads as compared to animations that modify the left, top, width, or height properties. Apply the desired animation to the element using transform rather than modifying position or size properties.
Use will-change property: Adding the will-change property to the animated element can help improve performance on iPhones and iPads. Use it to hint the browser that the element may change, allowing it to optimize rendering. For example, will-change: transform; will optimize animations that use the transform property.
Reduce the use of complex animations: Complex animations or multiple simultaneous animations can strain the device's GPU and cause flickering. Simplify or reduce the complexity of your animations wherever possible.
Use a separate animation layer: Create a separate Webflow div block and apply the animated content inside it. By setting this container to have a higher z-index and a CSS transform property, you create a new layer that can help minimize flickering.
Optimize image and video assets: Large or improperly formatted image and video assets can contribute to flickering animations. Make sure to optimize your assets for web usage by resizing them appropriately and using modern compression algorithms.
Test and optimize for performance: Use the Webflow preview mode to test your website on iPhones and iPads and identify any issues with flickering animations. Optimize your website's performance by minifying CSS and JavaScript, reducing the number of HTTP requests, and leveraging browser caching.

By implementing these fixes, you can reduce or eliminate flickering animations in Webflow on iPhones and iPads, improving the overall user experience on these devices.

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