continuous-infinite
Use when building ongoing loop animations - loading states, ambient motion, background effects that run indefinitely without user fatigue
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles --skill continuous-infinite- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads continuous-infinite automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Continuous Animations (Infinite)
Infinite animations run without end state. They indicate ongoing processes, create ambient atmosphere, or provide persistent visual interest. The challenge: avoiding fatigue.
Disney Principles for Continuous Motion
Sustainable Application
Squash & Stretch: Subtle, rhythmic - 5-10% oscillation that doesn't demand attention. Breathing, not bouncing.
Anticipation: Built into loop - each cycle should flow naturally into the next without visible restart.
Staging: Background hierarchy - continuous motion must not compete with interactive elements.
Straight Ahead/Pose to Pose: Pose to pose for seamless loops - endpoint must match startpoint perfectly.
Follow Through: Wave propagation - elements should move in sequence, creating natural flow.
Slow In/Slow Out: Smooth, endless curves - no sharp accelerations that call attention.
Arcs: Circular, orbital paths - return to origin naturally. Figure-8s, ellipses, waves.
Secondary Action: Layered ambient motion - multiple elements at different speeds create depth.
Timing: Varied cycle lengths - elements should NOT sync up. Use prime number relationships (3s, 5s, 7s).
Exaggeration: Minimal - subtlety prevents fatigue. Users should barely notice the motion.
Solid Drawing: Simple transforms preferred - complex animations drain battery and attention.
Appeal: Calm, not chaotic - continuous motion should soothe, not stimulate.
Loop Duration Guidelines
- Loading spinners: 800-1200ms cycles
- Breathing/pulsing: 2000-4000ms cycles
- Ambient background: 5000-15000ms cycles
- Subtle floating: 3000-8000ms cycles
Easing Recommendations
/* Seamless breathing */
animation-timing-function: ease-in-out;
/* Perpetual smooth motion */
animation-timing-function: cubic-bezier(0.37, 0, 0.63, 1);
/* Organic, natural feeling */
animation-timing-function: cubic-bezier(0.45, 0.05, 0.55, 0.95);
Best Use Cases
- Loading/progress indicators
- Ambient background effects
- Music visualizers
- Screensaver-style displays
- Status indicators (pulsing online dot)
- Attention-getters (gentle notification pulse)
- Decorative motion (floating particles)
Implementation Pattern
/* Seamless spin */
@keyframes spin {
from { transform: rotate(0deg); }
to { transform: rotate(360deg); }
}
.spinner {
animation: spin 1000ms linear infinite;
}
/* Breathing pulse */
@keyframes breathe {
0%, 100% { transform: scale(1); opacity: 0.7; }
50% { transform: scale(1.05); opacity: 1; }
}
.pulse {
animation: breathe 3000ms ease-in-out infinite;
}
/* Floating ambient - use multiple with prime-number durations */
@keyframes float {
0%, 100% { transform: translateY(0) rotate(0deg); }
33% { transform: translateY(-10px) rotate(2deg); }
66% { transform: translateY(5px) rotate(-1deg); }
}
.float-a { animation: float 5000ms ease-in-out infinite; }
.float-b { animation: float 7000ms ease-in-out infinite; }
.float-c { animation: float 11000ms ease-in-out infinite; }
Anti-Patterns
- Synchronizing multiple continuous animations
- High-frequency motion (causes nausea)
- Large-scale movement in peripheral vision
- Competing with primary content
- Running during user input/focus
Key Insight
Continuous animations must be invisible by design. If users consciously notice them after the first few seconds, they're too aggressive. The best infinite animations are felt as atmosphere, not seen as motion.
FAQ
What does the continuous-infinite skill do?
Use when building ongoing loop animations - loading states, ambient motion, background effects that run indefinitely without user fatigue
How do I install continuous-infinite?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles --skill continuous-infinite in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/continuous-infinite/ (personal) or .claude/skills/continuous-infinite/ (project).
Which AI agents can use continuous-infinite?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is continuous-infinite safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains continuous-infinite?
It is published by dylantarre in dylantarre/animation-principles. It has 492 recorded installs.
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