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Svelte Image Loading

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Updated: 19 Jul 2020
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An example of lazy-image loading using Svelte

Overview

Lazy Image Loading is a technique that allows images to be loaded only when they are needed, improving the performance of web pages. This repository demonstrates how to implement lazy image loading using Intersection Observer and the onLoad event in Svelte.

Features

  • Intersection Observer: Utilizes the Intersection Observer API to track when an element comes into or goes out of the viewport.
  • OnLoad Event: Listens for the image’s onLoad event, which triggers the image to load when it is in the viewport.
  • Improved Performance: Lazy loading images improves page load times and reduces bandwidth usage.

Installation

To install and use this theme, follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository.
  2. Navigate to the cloned repository on your local machine.
  3. Run the following command to start the server:
npm start
  1. Once the server is running, open your web browser and enter the following URL: https://localhost:5000.

Summary

Lazy Image Loading is a technique that allows images to be loaded as needed, improving web page performance. This repository demonstrates how to implement lazy image loading using Intersection Observer and the onLoad event in Svelte. By only loading images when they are in the viewport, page load times are improved, resulting in a better user experience.