smart_shimmer 0.0.2

A Flutter package that simplifies loading states by applying a shimmer effect directly to your existing UI layout, eliminating the need for duplicate placeholders.

1.0.0 - 2025-03-13

Initial Release

• Added: Introducing SmartShimmer, a Flutter package that simplifies loading states by applying a shimmer effect directly to your existing UI layout.
  • Core feature: Wraps any child widget and overlays a shimmer effect when isLoading is true, eliminating the need to duplicate layouts for placeholders.
  • Seamless integration: Reuses your actual UI structure for the shimmer, ensuring perfect design consistency.
  • Smooth transition: Fades out the shimmer to reveal the loaded content when isLoading becomes false.
• Customization:
  • baseColor: Sets the shimmer’s base color (default: Colors.grey).
  • highlightColor: Sets the shimmer’s highlight color (default: Colors.white).
  • duration: Controls the animation speed (default: 1500ms).
• Implementation:
  • Uses ShaderMask with a LinearGradient for an efficient, lightweight shimmer effect.
  • Stacks the shimmer over a dimmed child widget during loading.

Notes

• This is the first stable release, designed for ease of use and performance.
• Feedback and contributions are welcome!