React Native Gesture Handler

React Native Gesture Handler is a declarative API for handling touch gestures and native interactions in React Native applications. It provides a more performant and reliable alternative to the built-in gesture system by leveraging native platform gesture recognizers, enabling smooth animations and complex gesture handling. It is commonly used for implementing swipe gestures, pinch-to-zoom, drag-and-drop, and other touch-based interactions.

Also known as: RN Gesture Handler, Gesture Handler, React Native Gestures, RNGH, React Native Touch Handler

Why learn React Native Gesture Handler?

Developers should use React Native Gesture Handler when building React Native apps that require high-performance, fluid gesture interactions, such as in gaming apps, drawing applications, or complex UI components like carousels and swipeable lists. It is essential for avoiding janky animations and improving user experience on both iOS and Android, as it bypasses the JavaScript thread bottleneck by handling gestures natively.

Learning Resources

• docs: React Native Gesture Handler Documentation
• video: React Native Gesture Handler Tutorial by William Candillon
• course: Gesture Handler Course on React Native School
• tutorial: Building Gestures in React Native with Gesture Handler