Question 1

How to add RAMAnimatedTabBarController without using Storyboard?

Accepted Answer

You can instantiate RAMAnimatedTabBarController programmatically in code, but the README focuses on Storyboard integration, so you'll need to set up animations and items manually, which may require more effort.

Question 2

RAMAnimatedTabBarController vs native iOS tab bar animations: which is better?

Accepted Answer

RAMAnimatedTabBarController offers more pre-built and customizable animations out of the box, while native iOS has limited animation options but better performance and integration. Choose based on design needs versus simplicity.

Question 3

How to create a custom flip animation for tab bar items?

Accepted Answer

Subclass RAMItemAnimation and implement the playAnimation, deselectAnimation, and selectedState methods with Core Animation code, as shown in the README's example for bounce animation.

Question 4

Is RAMAnimatedTabBarController compatible with iOS 15 and Swift 5.5?

Accepted Answer

It supports Swift 5.0 and iOS 9.0+, so it should work with iOS 15, but check the GitHub repo for updates or issues related to newer Swift versions or API changes.

Question 5

What's the performance impact of using animated tab bars in an app?

Accepted Answer

Animations use Core Animation, which is generally efficient, but overusing complex effects on low-end devices can lead to lag. Test on target devices and consider simplifying animations for better performance.

Question 6

Can I use RAMAnimatedTabBarController with multiple storyboards in a project?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you'll need to set up the custom classes and animations separately for each UITabBarController in different storyboards, which can increase maintenance overhead.

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