Question 1

How to use hover-effect with React?

Accepted Answer

Initialize it in a useEffect hook or componentDidMount, similar to the vanilla JS example. Since it's framework-agnostic, you'll need to manage the DOM element manually, and there's no official React wrapper mentioned in the README.

Question 2

Hover-effect vs CSS hover transitions: which should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Hover-effect uses WebGL for advanced distortion effects that CSS can't replicate, but for simple color or transform changes, CSS is lighter and more compatible. Pick based on visual complexity and performance needs.

Question 3

How to create a custom displacement map for hover-effect?

Accepted Answer

Displacement maps are grayscale PNGs where brightness controls distortion; create them in image editors like Photoshop or use online generators. The library requires this image as a mandatory parameter, as specified in the options.

Question 4

Does hover-effect work on mobile touch devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can work if hover events are simulated or via programmatic control, but performance depends on the device's GPU. The library supports hover by default, but testing is recommended for touch interactions.

Question 5

How to control hover-effect animations with buttons?

Accepted Answer

Use the provided next() and previous() methods to transition between images programmatically. Set the hover parameter to false to disable automatic triggering, as documented in the methods and options sections.

Question 6

Hover-effect or coding with Three.js directly for hover animations?

Accepted Answer

Hover-effect abstracts WebGL shader logic into a simple API, saving time compared to raw Three.js coding. However, for custom shaders or complex 3D effects, Three.js offers more flexibility but requires deeper expertise.

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