Andy Clarke highlights the advantages of using SMIL (Synchronized Multimedia Integration Language) animations in SVG, arguing that they offer more expressive capabilities than CSS animations. Even though the technology faced a potential deprecation, it has been revitalized by Google's recent decision, making SMIL a valuable tool for designers. Clarke shares personal experiences in designing an engaging retro-style website for game composer Mike Worth, incorporating animations inspired by classic animations to enhance user experience. This article argues for a revival and practical application of SMIL in contemporary web design.
Adding SMIL animations in SVG enhances design capabilities, going beyond what CSS animations can achieve and offering designers a semantic animation solution.
Despite rumors of its demise, SMIL remains a relevant tool for animation in design, especially after Google reversed its decision to deprecate it.
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