Rotating Text
Interactive Design
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Design Notes
Use rotating text as an accent, not content. It works best for short labels, headlines, or calls-to-action, not paragraphs or instructions.
Only rotate when it adds meaning or saves space. Good for side labels, visual hierarchy, or tight layouts.
Prioritize readability. Keep text short, high-contrast, and at sensible angles (usually 90° or subtle animation, not arbitrary rotations).
Be responsive and adaptive. Rotating text can work well on large screens but should often fall back to horizontal or simpler motion on mobile.
Use motion carefully. Animations should be smooth, predictable, and slow enough to read. Rotating text should never block or compete with core UI elements.
Design Ideas
React Bits
https://www.reactbits.dev/text-animations/rotating-text
Pros:
Looks good with the spring animation
Each character moves independently
Cons:
Text covered by the vertical padding during transition
DeFi Saver
Vertical rotation used for large screens
Linear typing effect used on small screens
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