Question 1

Is Magnific Popup still maintained in 2024?

Accepted Answer

No, Magnific Popup is deprecated, so only critical or security bug fixes are released. The author recommends using native <dialog> for basic modals or PhotoSwipe for galleries instead.

Question 2

How to use Magnific Popup with a React application?

Accepted Answer

Since it's a jQuery plugin, you'll need to use React refs or effects to initialize it on DOM elements, which adds complexity compared to native React modal libraries. This often involves managing jQuery dependencies manually.

Question 3

Magnific Popup vs Lightbox: which is better for images?

Accepted Answer

Magnific Popup offers more customization and multi-content support, but Lightbox might be simpler for basic galleries. Given Magnific Popup's deprecated status, consider active alternatives like Fancybox or native solutions for new projects.

Question 4

How to customize the animation in Magnific Popup?

Accepted Answer

You can adjust animations via options like 'mainClass' and CSS overrides. The documentation provides examples for modifying transitions and styles, but it requires familiarity with CSS and jQuery.

Question 5

Can I use Magnific Popup without jQuery?

Accepted Answer

No, Magnific Popup depends on jQuery or Zepto.js. If your project doesn't use these, you'll need to include them, increasing bundle size and potential conflicts.

Question 6

What are good alternatives to Magnific Popup now?

Accepted Answer

For basic modals, use the native <dialog> element with JavaScript. For advanced features, consider PhotoSwipe for galleries or libraries like Fancybox that are actively maintained and framework-agnostic.

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