How to Avoid Layout Jump on Framer Websites

How to Avoid Layout Jump on Framer Websites

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How to Avoid Layout Jump on Framer Websites

In this Framer tutorial, I’ll teach you how to avoid layout jump and reveal a powerful tool that ensures when elements change size, everything around them smoothly adjusts instead of abruptly jumping.

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Typography-focused visual with the phrase 'No More Layout Jumping' in varying font sizes and weights on a dark background, emphasizing smooth web design transitions
Typography-focused visual with the phrase 'No More Layout Jumping' in varying font sizes and weights on a dark background, emphasizing smooth web design transitions
Typography-focused visual with the phrase 'No More Layout Jumping' in varying font sizes and weights on a dark background, emphasizing smooth web design transitions

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The “layout jump” problem

We've all been there—you're adding some slick animations to your Framer site, maybe an FAQ section with expanding answers or a dynamic product showcase. But then, as elements grow or shrink, the entire page jumps around like it's got a mind of its own. Not exactly the smooth, polished experience you were aiming for, right?

This frustrating issue is known as layout jump, and it happens when elements suddenly change size, causing everything else on the page to shift without any transition. The result? A jarring experience that disrupts the flow of your site.

The solution

Luckily, I’ve got your back. Enter the Layout Jump Preventer component. Whether you’re animating an expanding FAQ section or a resizing product preview, this component keeps your layout feeling fluid and natural.

How to use it

1. Add the layout jump preventer component

First, grab the Layout Jump Preventer component and put it at the top level inside your component where size changes are happening. If you have an FAQ with expanding answers, place the component right on top of your accordion components in the main variant.

2. Choose your animation direction

By default, the component prevents jumps vertically (height changes). But you can also:

  • Set it to horizontal for width changes

  • Or you could enable both to handle height and width changes

The “layout jump” problem

We've all been there—you're adding some slick animations to your Framer site, maybe an FAQ section with expanding answers or a dynamic product showcase. But then, as elements grow or shrink, the entire page jumps around like it's got a mind of its own. Not exactly the smooth, polished experience you were aiming for, right?

This frustrating issue is known as layout jump, and it happens when elements suddenly change size, causing everything else on the page to shift without any transition. The result? A jarring experience that disrupts the flow of your site.

The solution

Luckily, I’ve got your back. Enter the Layout Jump Preventer component. Whether you’re animating an expanding FAQ section or a resizing product preview, this component keeps your layout feeling fluid and natural.

How to use it

1. Add the layout jump preventer component

First, grab the Layout Jump Preventer component and put it at the top level inside your component where size changes are happening. If you have an FAQ with expanding answers, place the component right on top of your accordion components in the main variant.

2. Choose your animation direction

By default, the component prevents jumps vertically (height changes). But you can also:

  • Set it to horizontal for width changes

  • Or you could enable both to handle height and width changes

The “layout jump” problem

We've all been there—you're adding some slick animations to your Framer site, maybe an FAQ section with expanding answers or a dynamic product showcase. But then, as elements grow or shrink, the entire page jumps around like it's got a mind of its own. Not exactly the smooth, polished experience you were aiming for, right?

This frustrating issue is known as layout jump, and it happens when elements suddenly change size, causing everything else on the page to shift without any transition. The result? A jarring experience that disrupts the flow of your site.

The solution

Luckily, I’ve got your back. Enter the Layout Jump Preventer component. Whether you’re animating an expanding FAQ section or a resizing product preview, this component keeps your layout feeling fluid and natural.

How to use it

1. Add the layout jump preventer component

First, grab the Layout Jump Preventer component and put it at the top level inside your component where size changes are happening. If you have an FAQ with expanding answers, place the component right on top of your accordion components in the main variant.

2. Choose your animation direction

By default, the component prevents jumps vertically (height changes). But you can also:

  • Set it to horizontal for width changes

  • Or you could enable both to handle height and width changes

Framer interface showing the 'Layout Jump Preventer' component with direction settings set to 'Vertical', designed to manage layout shifts in accordion menus

Top: Layout jump preventer component placement within a component Bottom: The layout jump preventer component properties in Framer.

Framer interface showing the 'Layout Jump Preventer' component with direction settings set to 'Vertical', designed to manage layout shifts in accordion menus

Top: Layout jump preventer component placement within a component Bottom: The layout jump preventer component properties in Framer.

Framer interface showing the 'Layout Jump Preventer' component with direction settings set to 'Vertical', designed to manage layout shifts in accordion menus

Top: Layout jump preventer component placement within a component Bottom: The layout jump preventer component properties in Framer.

3. Ensure smooth layout adjustments

Once the Layout Jump Preventer is in place, any expanding or shrinking element within it will animate seamlessly. The rest of your page will remain stable, eliminating unwanted shifts. Now, when users interact with your dynamic content, everything stays in flow without disruption.

3. Ensure smooth layout adjustments

Once the Layout Jump Preventer is in place, any expanding or shrinking element within it will animate seamlessly. The rest of your page will remain stable, eliminating unwanted shifts. Now, when users interact with your dynamic content, everything stays in flow without disruption.

3. Ensure smooth layout adjustments

Once the Layout Jump Preventer is in place, any expanding or shrinking element within it will animate seamlessly. The rest of your page will remain stable, eliminating unwanted shifts. Now, when users interact with your dynamic content, everything stays in flow without disruption.

Layout Jump Preventer in action.

Layout Jump Preventer in action.

Layout Jump Preventer in action.

Final thoughts

Layout jump is a common issue, but with the Layout Jump Preventer component, your Framer site can stay smooth and polished. No more jarring shifts—just clean, controlled animations that enhance the user experience.

Final thoughts

Layout jump is a common issue, but with the Layout Jump Preventer component, your Framer site can stay smooth and polished. No more jarring shifts—just clean, controlled animations that enhance the user experience.

Final thoughts

Layout jump is a common issue, but with the Layout Jump Preventer component, your Framer site can stay smooth and polished. No more jarring shifts—just clean, controlled animations that enhance the user experience.

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