in: and out: for Asymmetric Transitions
Specify different transitions for entering and leaving elements.
in: and out: for Asymmetric Transitions is a free Sveltejs Academy lesson on CoddyKit. This is lesson 3 of 4. You can read the complete lesson below for free — then practise it hands-on in the browser with a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor. It is part of the Sveltejs Academy learning path, and your progress syncs across the web and the CoddyKit app. The Sveltejs Academy course includes 4 lessons in total.
Why Asymmetric
Sometimes you want different animations for entering vs leaving an element.
in: Directive
Apply a transition only on element insertion.
<p in:fly={{ y: 50 }}>Enter</p>out: Directive
Apply a transition only on element removal.
<p out:fade>Leave</p>Combine Both
Use both directives on one element for fully custom in/out animations.
<p in:fly={{ y: 50 }} out:fade={{ duration: 200 }}>...</p>Different Functions
The in and out transitions can be different functions entirely (fly vs fade).
Different Parameters
Pass different duration, delay, or easing for each direction.
Use in #if Blocks
The element must be created/removed reactively, as with normal transitions.
Avoid Both transition: and in:/out:
Pick either transition: for symmetric or in:/out: for asymmetric. Mixing causes conflicts.
Real Example
A toast might fly in from the top and fade out in place.
<div in:fly={{ y: -50 }} out:fade>{message}</div>Performance
Each transition costs CPU. Use sparingly on large lists.
Recap Pattern
Asymmetric transitions are a quick win for UI polish — entries feel inviting, exits feel quick.
Quick Check
What is in: vs out:?
Recap
Use in: for entries, out: for exits. Combine for asymmetric, polished transitions.
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Is the “in: and out: for Asymmetric Transitions” lesson free?
Yes — the full text of “in: and out: for Asymmetric Transitions” is free to read here on the web. To practise it interactively (a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor) and unlock the rest of the Sveltejs Academy course, upgrade to CoddyKit PRO. The Sveltejs Academy course includes 4 lessons in total.
What will I learn in “in: and out: for Asymmetric Transitions”?
Specify different transitions for entering and leaving elements. You practise Sveltejs Academy with hands-on code you run directly in the browser, and a 24/7 AI tutor answers your questions as you work through the lesson.
Do I need any experience to start Sveltejs Academy?
No prior experience is required. Sveltejs Academy on CoddyKit is structured for beginners through advanced learners, so you can start here or from the beginning and move at your own pace. This is lesson 3 of 4.
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