timing-calibration
Use when animation speed feels wrong—too fast, too slow, or inconsistent
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles --skill timing-calibration- 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 timing-calibration 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.
Timing Calibration
Get animation speed right using Disney's timing principles.
Problem Indicators
- "Too slow" or "too fast" feedback
- Animations feel inconsistent
- Similar actions have different speeds
- Users wait for animations
- Motion feels robotic or unnatural
Diagnosis by Principle
Timing
Issue: Duration doesn't match action type Fix: Micro-interactions: 100-150ms. Transitions: 200-400ms. Complex reveals: 400-600ms. Never exceed 1s for UI.
Slow In and Slow Out
Issue: Linear timing feels mechanical Fix: Use easing. Ease-out for entrances (fast start, soft landing). Ease-in for exits (soft start, quick finish).
Arcs
Issue: Straight-line motion at wrong speed Fix: Curved paths need more time than straight paths. Increase duration for arc motion.
Staging
Issue: Multiple speeds compete Fix: Similar elements should animate at similar speeds. Create timing harmony.
Secondary Action
Issue: Secondary animations at wrong relative speed Fix: Secondary actions should be slightly slower than primary. Creates natural hierarchy.
Timing Scale
| Category | Duration | Use For |
|---|---|---|
| Instant | 0-100ms | Hover states, micro-feedback |
| Fast | 100-200ms | Buttons, toggles, small elements |
| Normal | 200-300ms | Cards, modals, most transitions |
| Slow | 300-400ms | Page transitions, large elements |
| Deliberate | 400-600ms | Complex reveals, onboarding |
Quick Fixes
- Start with 200ms - Adjust from there
- Larger elements = longer duration - Size affects perceived speed
- Distance affects timing - Longer travel = longer duration
- Create a timing scale - Use 3-4 consistent values
- Test at 2x speed - If too slow works, use it
Troubleshooting Checklist
- Is duration under 400ms for most UI?
- Do similar elements have similar timing?
- Is easing applied (not linear)?
- Does larger movement have longer duration?
- Test: Speed up by 30%—still readable?
- Test: Slow down by 30%—feels sluggish?
- Are users waiting for animations?
- Compare to platform conventions (iOS/Android/Web)
Code Pattern
:root {
/* Timing scale */
--duration-instant: 50ms;
--duration-fast: 150ms;
--duration-normal: 250ms;
--duration-slow: 350ms;
--duration-deliberate: 500ms;
/* Easing */
--ease-out: cubic-bezier(0, 0, 0.2, 1);
--ease-in: cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 1, 1);
--ease-in-out: cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1);
}
/* Size-aware timing */
.small-element { transition-duration: var(--duration-fast); }
.medium-element { transition-duration: var(--duration-normal); }
.large-element { transition-duration: var(--duration-slow); }
FAQ
What does the timing-calibration skill do?
Use when animation speed feels wrong—too fast, too slow, or inconsistent
How do I install timing-calibration?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles --skill timing-calibration 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/timing-calibration/ (personal) or .claude/skills/timing-calibration/ (project).
Which AI agents can use timing-calibration?
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 timing-calibration 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 timing-calibration?
It is published by dylantarre in dylantarre/animation-principles. It has 499 recorded installs.
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