Implementing .NET MAUI Shimmer (SfShimmer)

SfShimmer displays an animated shimmer placeholder while content loads in the background, improving perceived app responsiveness. It supports 7 built-in layout types, fully custom views using ShimmerView shapes, and extensive wave animation customization.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when users need to:

• Add a loading placeholder before data or content is fetched
• Show a skeleton screen while an API call completes
• Replace a spinner with a content-shaped loading animation
• Customize shimmer colors, wave direction, or animation speed
• Build a custom shimmer layout that mirrors your actual UI

Component Overview