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ease-out

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A timing style where an animation starts quickly and then slows down as it finishes, like a car gently braking to a stop. It is the most common choice for elements arriving on screen because it feels responsive.

Synonyms

  • ease out
  • decelerate

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In plain words

  • starts fast then settles
  • glides to a gentle stop

Usage example

Menus that ease-out feel snappy because they respond instantly and then settle.

Don't confuse with…

  • ease-inEase-out decelerates to a stop; ease-in accelerates from a standstill.

Categories

  • Motion & animation

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