React Native Gesture Handler

React Native Gesture Handler is a declarative API for handling touch gestures in React Native applications, providing a native-driven alternative to the built-in gesture system. It offers better performance and reliability by handling gestures on the native thread, reducing JavaScript bridge overhead. The library supports complex multi-touch gestures like panning, pinching, rotation, and flinging with smooth animations.

Also known as: RNGH, React Native Gesture Detector, Gesture Handler for React Native, React Native Gesture Library, RNGestureHandler

Why learn React Native Gesture Handler?

Developers should use React Native Gesture Handler when building React Native apps that require smooth, responsive touch interactions, such as games, drawing apps, or custom gesture-based UIs. It is essential for performance-critical applications where the default React Native gesture system causes lag or jank, especially on lower-end devices or with complex gesture combinations.

Learning Resources

• docs: Official Documentation
• video: React Native Gesture Handler Tutorial by William Candillon
• course: Gesture Handler Course on React Native School
• tutorial: Building Gestures with React Native Gesture Handler on LogRocket