Question 1

How do I change the color theme in ElegantCalendar?

Accepted Answer

Use the .theme() modifier with one of the eight default themes like .mauvePurple, or create a custom CalendarTheme with your own Color. Ensure your color supports both light and dark mode for dynamic appearance.

Question 2

ElegantCalendar or Apple's CalendarKit: which is better for SwiftUI?

Accepted Answer

ElegantCalendar is better for full-screen, visually customized calendars in pure SwiftUI, while CalendarKit might offer more event-focused features but with a different design approach. Choose based on whether aesthetics or built-in event management is your priority.

Question 3

Can I show events on specific dates in ElegantCalendar?

Accepted Answer

Not directly out-of-the-box; you need to implement custom day views via the MonthlyCalendarDataSource protocol to display events or indicators. The library provides hooks for customizing day appearance and accessory views.

Question 4

How to handle date selection programmatically in ElegantCalendar?

Accepted Answer

Use the calendarManager's methods like scrollToDay() or scrollBackToToday() for navigation, and conform to the MonthlyCalendarDelegate to capture selections via calendar(didSelectDay:). This allows you to trigger actions based on user interaction.

Question 5

Does ElegantCalendar have performance issues with large date ranges?

Accepted Answer

Yes, especially for the yearly view which loads all years at once, causing initial delays. The monthly view is efficient, but for wide ranges, consider limiting the date scope or be prepared for a startup lag as noted in the documentation.

Question 6

Is ElegantCalendar suitable as a date picker in a form?

Accepted Answer

No, the author explicitly advises against this due to its full-screen design and performance characteristics. It's intended for apps where the calendar is a central feature, not for compact date selection.

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