The <animate> SVG element provides a way to animate an attribute of an element over time.

Usage context

Attributes

This element only includes global attributes.

DOM Interface

This element implements the SVGAnimateElement interface.

Example

<svg viewBox="0 0 10 10" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">
  <rect width="10" height="10">
    <animate
      attributeName="rx"
      values="0;5;0"
      dur="10s"
      repeatCount="indefinite" />
  </rect>
</svg>

Accessibility concerns

Blinking and flashing animation can be problematic for people with cognitive concerns such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Additionally, certain kinds of motion can be a trigger for Vestibular disorders, epilepsy, and migraine and Scotopic sensitivity.

Consider providing a mechanism for pausing or disabling animation, as well as using the Reduced Motion Media Query or equivalent User Agent client hint Sec-CH-Prefers-Reduced-Motion to create a complimentary experience for users who have expressed a preference for no animated experiences.

• Designing Safer Web Animation For Motion Sensitivity · An A List Apart Article
• An Introduction to the Reduced Motion Media Query | CSS-Tricks
• Responsive Design for Motion | WebKit
• MDN Understanding WCAG, Guideline 2.2 explanations
• Understanding Success Criterion 2.2.2 | W3C Understanding WCAG 2.0

Specifications

Browser compatibility