How to add a custom sharing button in SwiftShareBubbles?

Create a ShareAttribute with a unique bubbleId, icon UIImage, and backgroundColor, then assign it to customBubbleAttributes, as shown in the README's custom icons section. You'll need to handle the tap in the delegate method by checking the bubbleId.

SwiftShareBubbles vs AAShareBubbles: which should I use?

Use SwiftShareBubbles for pure Swift projects as it's written in Swift and supports protocol extensions, while AAShareBubbles is in Objective-C and may not integrate as smoothly. If your app is in Objective-C or mixed, AAShareBubbles might be better.

Does SwiftShareBubbles work with SwiftUI?

No, SwiftShareBubbles is built on UIKit and isn't designed for SwiftUI. You'd need to wrap it in a UIViewRepresentable for use in SwiftUI, which adds complexity.

How to handle LINE sharing with SwiftShareBubbles?

In the bubblesTapped delegate method, check for the .line bubble case and implement the sharing logic, similar to the Twitter example in the README. You may need to integrate LINE's SDK separately for full functionality.

Is SwiftShareBubbles compatible with iOS 15 and above?

Yes, it requires iOS 8.0 or later, so it works with iOS 15 and above. However, always test for any UI or API deprecations in newer iOS versions, as the README doesn't specify updates.

Can I change the animation speed or style in SwiftShareBubbles?

The README doesn't mention customization of animation properties; you might need to modify the source code directly or look for exposed properties in the SwiftShareBubbles class, which could be limited.

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SwiftShareBubbles

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Animated social share buttons control for iOS apps, written in pure Swift.

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What is SwiftShareBubbles?

SwiftShareBubbles is an iOS library that provides animated social share buttons in a circular bubble layout. It allows developers to easily integrate sharing functionality into their iOS apps with smooth animations and support for multiple social platforms. The library solves the need for a visually appealing, easy-to-implement sharing control written natively in Swift.

Target Audience

iOS developers building Swift applications who need to add social sharing features with a polished, animated interface. It's particularly useful for those who want a customizable sharing control without relying on Objective-C libraries.

Value Proposition

Developers choose SwiftShareBubbles because it's written entirely in Swift, ensuring compatibility with modern Swift projects and protocol extensions. It offers a visually engaging animated interface, support for custom icons, and easy integration via CocoaPods or Carthage.

Overview

Animated Social share buttons control for iOS written in Swift

Use Cases

Best For

Adding animated social share buttons to iOS apps
Creating custom sharing interfaces with smooth animations
Integrating multiple social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LINE, etc.)
Building Swift-based iOS apps that require native sharing controls
Replacing Objective-C sharing libraries in Swift projects
Implementing customizable sharing buttons with custom icons

Not Ideal For

iOS apps built entirely with SwiftUI that require a native sharing component
Projects needing sharing to niche or custom social platforms not in the predefined list
Teams looking for a fully pre-configured sharing solution without delegate implementation

Pros & Cons

Pros

Pure Swift Codebase

Written entirely in Swift, ensuring compatibility with modern Swift projects and protocol extensions, as highlighted in the README's motivation for creation.

Animated Bubble Layout

Displays social buttons with smooth animations in a circular arrangement, enhancing visual appeal, as demonstrated in the GIF examples provided.

Custom Icon Integration

Allows adding custom buttons with user-defined icons and background colors via ShareAttribute, shown in the custom icons section of the README.

Easy Dependency Management

Supports installation via CocoaPods and Carthage, making integration straightforward for iOS developers, as detailed in the installation instructions.

Cons

Fixed Social Platform Set

Limited to 11 predefined platforms; adding new ones requires custom implementation and manual handling in delegate methods, increasing development overhead.

UIKit-Only Compatibility

Based on UIKit with no mention of SwiftUI support, making it unsuitable for apps using Apple's newer UI framework without additional bridging.

Verbose Delegate Pattern

Requires implementing delegate methods for each button tap, leading to boilerplate code, as seen in the example where developers must switch on bubble types.

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SwiftShareBubbles

NOASSERTIONSwift1.2.0

Animated social share buttons control for iOS apps, written in pure Swift.

GitHub

173 stars18 forks0 contributors

What is SwiftShareBubbles?

Target Audience

Value Proposition

Overview

Animated Social share buttons control for iOS written in Swift

Use Cases

Best For

Adding animated social share buttons to iOS apps
Creating custom sharing interfaces with smooth animations
Integrating multiple social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LINE, etc.)
Building Swift-based iOS apps that require native sharing controls
Replacing Objective-C sharing libraries in Swift projects
Implementing customizable sharing buttons with custom icons

Not Ideal For

iOS apps built entirely with SwiftUI that require a native sharing component
Projects needing sharing to niche or custom social platforms not in the predefined list
Teams looking for a fully pre-configured sharing solution without delegate implementation

Pros & Cons

Pros

Pure Swift Codebase

Written entirely in Swift, ensuring compatibility with modern Swift projects and protocol extensions, as highlighted in the README's motivation for creation.

Animated Bubble Layout

Displays social buttons with smooth animations in a circular arrangement, enhancing visual appeal, as demonstrated in the GIF examples provided.

Custom Icon Integration

Allows adding custom buttons with user-defined icons and background colors via ShareAttribute, shown in the custom icons section of the README.

Easy Dependency Management

Supports installation via CocoaPods and Carthage, making integration straightforward for iOS developers, as detailed in the installation instructions.

Cons

Fixed Social Platform Set

Limited to 11 predefined platforms; adding new ones requires custom implementation and manual handling in delegate methods, increasing development overhead.

UIKit-Only Compatibility

Based on UIKit with no mention of SwiftUI support, making it unsuitable for apps using Apple's newer UI framework without additional bridging.

Verbose Delegate Pattern

Requires implementing delegate methods for each button tap, leading to boilerplate code, as seen in the example where developers must switch on bubble types.