What could be causing the "flickering" issue with Rotate animations in Safari on Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

There could be a few different factors causing the "flickering" issue with Rotate animations in Safari on Webflow. Here are some potential causes to consider:

  1. Hardware acceleration: Safari relies heavily on hardware acceleration to render animations smoothly. If your computer's graphics hardware is not up to the task, it can cause flickering or jumpy animations. To mitigate this issue, you can try disabling hardware acceleration in Safari's settings or try running the animation on a different device with more capable graphics hardware.

  2. Animation configuration: The way you have configured the Rotate animation in Webflow could also be causing the flickering issue. Make sure that you have set the correct easing, duration, and delay for the animation. Additionally, check the starting and ending angles of the rotation to ensure they are defined properly. If any of these settings are incorrect, it can lead to flickering or unexpected behavior.

  3. Compatibility issues: Webflow uses CSS animations and transitions to power its animations. Safari may have compatibility issues or bugs with certain CSS properties or animation techniques. It's worth checking the Webflow community forums or the Safari developer documentation to see if there are any known issues or workarounds for this specific problem.

  4. Cached resources: Sometimes, cached resources like images or scripts can interfere with animations, causing flickering or other issues. Try clearing your browser cache and reloading the page to see if the flickering problem persists.

  5. Performance optimizations: If you have a complex web page with multiple animations or heavy content, it can put a strain on the browser's rendering capabilities. Consider optimizing your web page by reducing unnecessary animations, removing unused CSS or JavaScript, or optimizing images to improve overall performance and reduce the likelihood of flickering animations.

By addressing these potential causes, you should be able to troubleshoot and resolve the "flickering" issue with Rotate animations in Safari on Webflow.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I optimize my animations in Webflow to improve performance?
  2. What are some alternative animation techniques in Webflow that I can try to avoid the "flickering" issue?
  3. How can I test my Webflow animations on different devices and browsers before publishing?