Morphing Button

Morph Animation

The morph animation transforms UI elements through smooth, organic transitions that maintain context and visual continuity. This technique creates a magical connection between different interface states by:

• Gradually interpolating between starting and ending shapes
• Maintaining element identity during transformation
• Using bezier-curve easing for natural movement
• Preserving user focus through visual storytelling

How to Implement:

1. Trigger Element: Design your button with clear visual hierarchy
2. Target Element: Prepare the modal with consistent styling
3. Animation Setup:

   function createMorph(startEl, endEl) {
     // Capture dimensions and position
     const startRect = startEl.getBoundingClientRect();
     const endRect = endEl.getBoundingClientRect();
     
     // Create morphing element
     const morph = document.createElement('div');
     document.body.appendChild(morph);
     
     // Animate properties
     animate({
       element: morph,
       from: {
         width: `${startRect.width}px`,
         height: `${startRect.height}px`,
         borderRadius: '50px',
         top: `${startRect.top}px`,
         left: `${startRect.left}px`
       },
       to: {
         width: `${endRect.width}px`,
         height: `${endRect.height}px`,
         borderRadius: '20px',
         top: `${endRect.top}px`,
         left: `${endRect.left}px`
       },
       duration: 600,
       easing: 'cubic-bezier(0.34, 1.56, 0.64, 1)'
     });
   }

4. Timing: Use 500-700ms duration for optimal perception
5. Performance: Utilize transform and opacity properties