Immersive Web Design with Parallax Effect

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Parallax scrolling is a popular technique in web design that adds depth and creates an immersive experience for users. If you're not familiar with parallax scrolling, this technique involves making the website's background move slower than the foreground to create a sense of depth and dimensionality.

Visually Attractive and Dynamic Design

Recently, Framer released a video showcasing a parallax scroll example. In this video, a scroll speed effect was applied to the text layer, making the text scroll at only 40% of the speed of other elements. The result is a visually stunning and dynamic design that captivates the viewer's attention.

Varied Effects Created by a Simple Technique

The interesting thing about this effect is that it was created with a very simple technique. Simply adjusting the scroll speed of the text layer creates a sense of depth on the screen, making the design appear as though a new layer has been added. Even with simple techniques like this, you can create a wide range of effects, from subtle animations to more diverse designs.

Remix and Customize in Your Own Way

Framer offers a Remix link so designers can experience this technique firsthand. By clicking the link, you can duplicate the project and modify or customize it in any way you like. For example, you might change the speed ratio or apply the parallax effect to images or other elements instead of text.

Creating Dynamic and Captivating User Experiences

Parallax scrolling is a great way to enhance the user experience when navigating a website. It adds depth and interactivity to your design, allowing you to present your brand in a unique and creative way.

Which page would you most like to apply the parallax effect to first? If you haven't tried parallax scrolling yet, I encourage you to take this opportunity to experience it for yourself. It can deliver surprisingly powerful effects and might just make your design stand out significantly.

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This article is an adapted translation of the Framer official blog's ‘Build a stunning parallax effect with Framer’.