GSAP and Lottie are both excellent animation tools, but they solve different problems. Here's how to...
GSAP and Lottie are both excellent animation tools, but they solve different problems. Here's how to decide which one to reach for — and when to use both.
The Core Difference
GSAP animates DOM elements you create with code. You define what moves where, and GSAP handles the timing and easing.
Lottie plays back animations created in After Effects (or similar tools). Your designer defines what happens; Lottie renders it exactly as designed.
When to Use GSAP
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