Discord Made The Coolest CSS Only Input Animation
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The search input in Discord seems simple at first, but as I was working on duplicating it I realized it was much more complex than it first appeared. In this video I will go over exactly how to create the Discord search input and all of its animations using only CSS.
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This video teaches you how to create a CSS-only input animation similar to Discord's search bar, covering topics such as transitioning the width property, adding a box shadow, and styling the placeholder color. The project is part of the CSS Simplified Course, which covers building the full Discord CSS clone. By following this tutorial, you'll learn how to create interactive and accessible UI elements using CSS.
Key Takeaways
- Add a class to the input element
- Specify the width in CSS
- Add a transition to the width property
- Use a box shadow to add a glow or border effect
- Add a border radius to make the element look more like Discord
- Style the placeholder color using the :placeholder pseudo-element
- Add a media query for prefers reduced motion
💡 You can create complex animations and interactions using only CSS, without relying on JavaScript.
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