Question 1

Is React Native Router still supported?

Accepted Answer

No, it's deprecated and no longer maintained. The README recommends switching to React Navigation for all new projects, as it's the current standard.

Question 2

How do I customize the back button in React Native Router?

Accepted Answer

Use the backButtonComponent prop in the Router configuration to specify a custom component, as shown in the configurations section, allowing tailored UI elements.

Question 3

React Native Router vs React Navigation: which is better?

Accepted Answer

React Navigation is superior for new apps—it's actively maintained, supports complex navigation patterns, and has a larger community. React Native Router is only for legacy code.

Question 4

Can I use React Native Router with Redux?

Accepted Answer

Integration isn't documented or well-supported. While possible, it requires manual setup, unlike React Navigation which offers built-in state management hooks and easier integration.

Question 5

How to handle nested screens in React Native Router?

Accepted Answer

You must bubble navigation actions up to the parent route, since toRoute() only works from top-level components, which can lead to cumbersome prop drilling in deep hierarchies.

Question 6

What are the alternatives to React Native Router?

Accepted Answer

React Navigation is the main alternative and recommended by React Native. Other options include React Native Navigation by Wix, but React Navigation is more widely adopted and feature-rich.

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