# trust-reliability

A skill for animations that make interfaces feel dependable: predictable motion, steady timing, no surprises. Useful for payments, forms and settings.

- skill · `type=skill` · Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, OpenCode · 483 installs · ★ 124
- Author: dylantarre
- License: MIT · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles/tree/HEAD/skills/06-by-emotional-outcome/trust-reliability/SKILL.md
- Updated: 2025-12-30
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/skills/trust-reliability

## What it does

The skill lays out how to animate interfaces so they don't unsettle people. It takes the classic animation principles and applies them to UI: minimal squash & stretch (5-10%), brief anticipation (50-100ms), symmetrical `ease-in-out`. Motion should read as solid, not rubbery.

Inside there's a timing table by element type: transitions 250-350ms, feedback 150-200ms, modals 200-300ms, loading runs linear. Three CSS variables are defined: `--trust-smooth`, `--trust-enter`, `--trust-exit`. A separate set of consistency rules keeps things steady — the same action always gets the same animation, duration variance stays within ±50ms, and random timing is out.

The skill advises against straight ahead action in favour of pose-to-pose, since the result is more controlled. It also asks you to respect system motion preferences and degrade gracefully when animation is off. If your project has drifting timings and every screen moves at its own pace, that's a reason to check consistency first.

## Install

### Claude Code (native platform)

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add dylantarre/animation-principles --skill trust-reliability -a claude-code
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `~/.claude/skills/trust-reliability/SKILL.md` — Copy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/trust-reliability/

### Codex

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add dylantarre/animation-principles --skill trust-reliability -a codex
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.agents/skills/trust-reliability/SKILL.md` — For all projects use ~/.agents/skills/

### Cursor

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add dylantarre/animation-principles --skill trust-reliability -a cursor
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/skills/trust-reliability/SKILL.md` — Cursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/

### GitHub Copilot

1. **GitHub CLI**
```bash
gh skill install dylantarre/animation-principles trust-reliability
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/skills/trust-reliability/SKILL.md`

### Gemini CLI

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add dylantarre/animation-principles --skill trust-reliability -a gemini-cli
```

2. **Platform CLI**
```bash
gemini skills install https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles --path skills/06-by-emotional-outcome/trust-reliability
```

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/skills/trust-reliability/SKILL.md` — The legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works

### OpenCode

**Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add dylantarre/animation-principles --skill trust-reliability -a opencode
```

### Claude.ai

**Claude.ai**
- Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/dylantarre/animation-principles/tree/HEAD/skills/06-by-emotional-outcome/trust-reliability/SKILL.md

## When to use it
- make a payment flow animate calmly and predictably
- align transition and modal timings to one scale
- remove random durations from repeated actions
- handle graceful degradation when motion is disabled
- pick easing for user feedback responses

## Example prompts
- Review the checkout animation against the trust-reliability skill
- Make modal transitions follow trust-reliability
- Align the settings screen animations with trust-reliability

## Source text · SKILL.md · MIT

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name: trust-reliability
description: Use when creating animations that build user confidence, establish credibility, and communicate dependability.
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# Trust & Reliability Animation

Create animations that establish confidence, consistency, and dependable user experiences.

## Emotional Goal

Trust develops through predictable, controlled movements that respect user expectations. Reliability means animations behave consistently and never surprise negatively.

## Disney Principles for Trust

### Squash & Stretch
Minimal stretch (5-10% maximum). Controlled deformation shows stability. Elements should feel solid and grounded, not rubbery.

### Anticipation
Subtle but present (50-100ms). Brief preparation signals what's coming without surprises. Users should always know what to expect next.

### Staging
Clear, unambiguous presentation. One action at a time. Important elements are obvious. No hidden or confusing movements.

### Straight Ahead Action
Avoid for trust-building. Prefer pose-to-pose for predictable, controlled results. Every frame should be intentional.

### Follow Through & Overlapping Action
Restrained follow-through. Elements settle quickly without excessive bouncing. Professional, controlled completion of movements.

### Slow In & Slow Out
Smooth, symmetrical easing. `ease-in-out` creates predictable, professional motion. No sudden accelerations or jarring stops.

### Arc
Gentle, predictable curves. Consistent arc patterns across similar interactions. Avoid erratic or unexpected paths.

### Secondary Action
Minimal and purposeful. Supporting animations should reinforce, not distract. Loading indicators should be calm and steady.

### Timing
Moderate, consistent timing (250-400ms). Never too fast (feels rushed) or too slow (feels broken). Same elements should always animate at same speed.

### Exaggeration
Very minimal (5-10%). Near-realistic movements feel professional and trustworthy. Subtle refinement over dramatic effect.

### Solid Drawing
Maintain perfect proportions. No warping or distortion. Elements should feel stable and well-constructed.

### Appeal
Clean, balanced designs. Symmetry suggests stability. Professional aesthetics over playful charm.

## Timing Recommendations

| Element | Duration | Easing |
|---------|----------|--------|
| Transitions | 250-350ms | `ease-in-out` |
| Feedback | 150-200ms | `ease-out` |
| Loading | Continuous | `linear` |
| Modals | 200-300ms | `ease-out` |

## CSS Easing

```css
--trust-smooth: cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1);
--trust-enter: cubic-bezier(0, 0, 0.2, 1);
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