Animated Gradient

This is a simple JavaScript example demonstrating how to create an infinite loop of gradient animation effect. The code uses the requestAnimationFrame function to implement the animation loop and changes the style properties of an element to create the gradient effect.

Usage

Ensure you have an HTML file with an element that has the ID "animated-element". Link the index.js file in your HTML file. Run your HTML file in a web browser.

How It Works

Upon loading the HTML file, the JavaScript code will wait for the DOMContentLoaded event. Once the event is triggered, it will start the animation loop by calling the animate() function. In each frame of the animation, the hue value of the gradient color is incremented, creating a smooth transition effect. The hue value is kept within the range of 0 to 360 degrees by using the modulo operator. The color is calculated using the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color model, where the hue changes over time while saturation and lightness remain constant. The background color of the element with the ID "animated-element" is updated in each frame to reflect the current color of the gradient. The animation loop continues indefinitely, creating a continuous gradient animation effect.

Customization

You can adjust the size, shape, and position of the animated element by modifying its CSS styles. You can experiment with different color models (such as RGB or HEX) or modify the hue, saturation, and lightness values to achieve different gradient effects. Demo You can see a live demo here (Provide a link to a live demo if available).

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Feel free to fork this repository and submit pull requests to suggest improvements or additional features.