Scroll Progress Indicator
Preview
This is a preview of how the scroll indicator would look on your website.
Start of page (0%)End of page (100%)
/* Scroll Progress Indicator */
.scroll-progress-container {
position: fixed;
left: 0;
right: 0;
top: 0;
width: 100%;
height: 4px;
background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);
z-index: 9999;
}
.scroll-progress-bar {
height: 100%;
width: 50%;
background-color: #3b82f6;
transition: width 0.3s ease;
}Customization
How to Use
- Customize your scroll progress indicator using the options.
- Copy the CSS code and add it to your website's stylesheet.
- Copy the JavaScript code and add it to your website's scripts.
- Alternatively, you can use the HTML tab which includes the necessary structure.
- The scroll indicator will automatically show the user's progress as they scroll down the page.
Tip: For best performance, add the JavaScript at the end of your body tag or use the DOMContentLoaded event as shown in the code.
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Scroll Progress Indicator: Your Complete Solution
Add a visual scroll progress bar to your website that shows users how far they've scrolled on a page. Improve user experience by providing clear navigation feedback.
Why is it Useful?
Scroll progress indicators enhance user engagement and site usability by:
- Providing visual feedback on reading progress
- Helping users know how much content remains
- Encouraging users to keep scrolling and exploring
- Improving navigation on long pages or articles
- Offering an attractive UI element to enhance site design
Key Features
- Customizable progress bar height and colors
- Smooth animation synced with scrolling
- Option to place bar at top or bottom of the page
- Lightweight and easy to integrate
- Works on all modern browsers and devices
How to Use?
- Include the progress bar script or component in your webpage
- Customize the color, height, and position via settings
- Test by scrolling the page to see the progress indicator update
- Adjust styling if needed to match your website theme
- Deploy to your live site for improved user experience
Use Cases
Common scenarios include:
- Blogs and articles: Show reading progress to readers
- Long documentation pages: Help users track content position
- Portfolio sites: Add sleek UI elements for engagement
- Educational platforms: Guide learners through lessons
- News websites: Encourage full article reads
Benefits
- Enhances user navigation and experience
- Increases time spent on site
- Encourages full content consumption
- Easy to customize and integrate
- Boosts visual appeal of your website
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool easy to integrate?
Yes, it provides simple code or components to add to your site.
Can I customize the progress bar color?
Yes, colors, height, and position can be customized easily.
Does it work on mobile devices?
Yes, it's fully responsive and works on all modern devices.
Will it affect page load speed?
No, the script is lightweight and optimized for performance.
Is it free to use?
Yes, this tool is free and accessible online.