What could be the possible reason for a square appearing on the animation after converting a simple pie chart to a lottie file in Webflow?

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September 22, 2023

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When converting a simple pie chart to a Lottie file in Webflow, you may encounter a square appearing on the animation for several reasons. Here are some possible explanations and solutions:

Missing Background Color: The square may be caused by a missing background color on the pie chart element or its container. Lottie files are essentially vector animations, and they need a background color to be specified to render properly. To fix this issue, make sure to set a background color for the pie chart element or its container in the Webflow designer.
Incorrect Masking: If the pie chart element is using masking or clipping to create the circular shape, it is possible that it is not properly applied in the Lottie file. Lottie files do not support complex masking operations, and issues may arise when exporting them. To resolve this issue, consider simplifying the masking technique or recreating the pie chart animation without using masking.
Export Settings: The problem may be caused by incorrect export settings when converting the pie chart to a Lottie file. Ensure that the export settings are properly configured in Webflow, such as the size, quality, and animation properties. Experiment with different settings to see if any changes resolve the issue.
Compatibility Issues: Lottie files are supported on various platforms and browsers, but there may be compatibility issues that cause the square to appear. Make sure that you are using the latest version of Lottie files and verify if there are any known issues with the particular version of Webflow or Lottie you are using. Updating to the latest versions might resolve the problem.
Rendering Error: Occasionally, a rendering error during the Lottie file conversion process can cause unexpected artifacts such as the square appearing on the animation. If none of the above solutions work, try deleting the existing Lottie file, recreating it, and exporting it again to see if the issue persists.

Remember to preview and test the Lottie animation in different browsers and devices to ensure that the square does not appear before finalizing the implementation.

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