Question 1

How do I change the particle color in particles-bg?

Accepted Answer

Use the color prop; for type='color', it should be an array, while for other types, it sets the particle color directly. Refer to the README for examples on customizing colors in different scenarios.

Question 2

particles-bg vs react-particles-js: which one should I use?

Accepted Answer

particles-bg wraps the Proton engine with presets and deep customization, while react-particles-js is based on particles.js. Choose particles-bg for more control and variety, but react-particles-js might be simpler for basic effects. Check documentation for specific feature needs.

Question 3

Can particles-bg work with Next.js or server-side rendering?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's a React component, but since it relies on client-side canvas rendering, you'll need to ensure it's only loaded on the client side. Server-side rendering might cause issues without proper handling.

Question 4

How to make particles interactive or follow the mouse?

Accepted Answer

For mouse interactions, the author's similar project react-mouse-particles is recommended. In particles-bg, you might use custom config with onParticleUpdate, but built-in interactivity is limited, requiring additional coding.

Question 5

Is particles-bg accessible for screen readers?

Accepted Answer

No, the component uses canvas elements which are not inherently accessible. You'll need to provide alternative content or ARIA labels manually, as the README doesn't address accessibility concerns.

Question 6

How to optimize particles-bg for better performance?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the number of particles via the num prop, simplify custom config parameters, and test on target devices. The library lacks built-in optimization features, so manual tuning is necessary.

Question 7

What happens if I use particles-bg in a non-React project?

Accepted Answer

It won't work directly; particles-bg is React-specific. For Vue, use the particles-bg-vue version, but for other frameworks, you'd need to adapt the Proton engine or find alternatives, as noted in the README.

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