Hello WordPress Community,
I run a custom packaging website, Tray Crafters built on WordPress. I’m exploring the idea of adding custom animations to enhance the user experience and visually highlight our products. The animations I have in mind include smooth fade ins, hover effects and scroll triggered elements to create a dynamic and engaging interface.
However, I’m concerned about the potential impact on:
- Website Speed: How can I prevent animations from slowing down page load times?
- Performance Optimization: Are there plugins or tools that offer lightweight animation capabilities without bloating the site?
- Best Practices: What techniques (e.g., lazy loading or CSS animations) would you recommend for a WordPress based website to ensure animations are smooth and optimized for SEO?
Here’s what I’ve tried or considered:
- Using CSS animations instead of JavaScript-heavy solutions.
- Exploring plugins like Elementor or WPBakery for animation effects.
- Testing site performance with tools like GTmetrix, but I’m looking for more specific guidance.
I’d appreciate your recommendations or any best practices for implementing animations on a WordPress site while maintaining fast load times.
Thanks in advance for your help!
