Create a Stunning Spin Carousel Effect on Scroll in Elementor with GSAP ScrollTrigger

Welcome to this exciting tutorial where I’ll show you how to create a spin carousel effect on scroll using GSAP ScrollTrigger in Elementor. This effect will help make your website stand out by providing a fun and interactive scrolling experience for your visitors. And the best part? You don’t need any additional plugins!

Why GSAP ScrollTrigger?

GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) is a powerhouse when it comes to smooth animations, and when paired with ScrollTrigger, it opens up endless possibilities for scroll-based animations. ScrollTrigger’s integration with Elementor gives you control over your website’s animations, making it both dynamic and engaging for your audience.

What makes this effect special is its responsiveness, smoothness, and ease of use—you don’t need any coding experience to get started.

Key Benefits of This Effect:

• No Plugins Required: You can achieve this effect without relying on third-party plugins.
• Fully Customizable: Adjust animation speeds, effects, and behavior based on your website’s theme.
• Mobile-Friendly: The effect is optimized to work beautifully on both mobile and desktop devices.

Video Tutorial: Watch the Full Walkthrough! 🎥

To make it easier for you to follow along, I’ve created a detailed YouTube video tutorial that walks you through each step of adding the spin carousel effect with GSAP ScrollTrigger in Elementor. In this video, I break down the process and give you real-time guidance on how to set up the code, customize your design, and implement this effect seamlessly into your website.

How to Add the Spin Carousel Effect in Elementor

Let’s dive right into the steps you’ll need to take to bring this effect to life on your Elementor-powered website. It’s simpler than you might think!

Step 1: Set Up the Image Carousel in Elementor

First, we need to set up an image carousel in Elementor. This will serve as the foundation for our animated carousel.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Drag and drop the Image Carousel widget onto your Elementor page.
2. Upload your images and give them a CSS class of “moving” to style them accordingly.

Step 2: Integrating GSAP with Elementor

Next, we’ll need to integrate GSAP with your Elementor page. The process is simple:

1. In the HTML widget in Elementor, paste the code below to load the GSAP library.

<script src="https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/gsap/3.11.0/gsap.min.js"></script>
<script src="https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/gsap/3.11.0/ScrollTrigger.min.js"></script>

Step 3: Implementing the ScrollTrigger Animation

Now, we’ll use ScrollTrigger to make your carousel spin as users scroll down the page. It’s super easy to implement this effect with a few lines of code. Below is the script that controls the carousel’s rotation:

<script>
const slides = document.querySelectorAll('.moving');
let isMobile = window.innerWidth <= 768; // Assuming mobile width is 768px or less

slides.forEach((moving, i) => {
    let angle = isMobile ? i * 10 : (i * 10) - 10;
    gsap.to(moving, {
        rotation: angle,
        transformOrigin: "0% 2300px",
    });
});

let speed = isMobile ? 30 : 30; // Faster speed on mobile
ScrollTrigger.create({
    trigger: '.myscroll',
    start: "top top",
    end: "bottom bottom",
    //markers: true,
    onUpdate: (self) => {
        gsap.to(slides, {
            rotation: (i) => {
                let baseAngle = isMobile ? i * 10 : (i * 10) - 10;
                return baseAngle - self.progress * speed;
            }
        });
    }
});
</script>

Pro Tips for Better Results:

• Test on Different Devices: Ensure that your animation looks great on both mobile and desktop.
• Customize for Your Website: Adjust the code to match your color scheme and overall design.

Pro Tip: Customizing the Spin Effect

If you’re looking to adjust the speed or direction of the spin, the GSAP library gives you full control over the animation. Play around with the angle and speed values to match the aesthetic of your site.

Why This Effect Works for Your Website

This spin carousel effect is a game-changer for any website looking to boost engagement. It adds a layer of interactivity that keeps your audience captivated as they scroll. Whether you’re showcasing products, portfolios, or just want to add a dynamic feature to your page, this effect will elevate the user experience.

Conclusion

Using GSAP with Elementor’s Image Carousel opens up exciting ways to create interactive and eye-catching websites. With the help of ScrollTrigger, your image carousel can smoothly respond to scrolling, adding a fun and engaging element to your site.

Don’t forget to watch the full video to see everything in action! If you have any questions or need help, just leave a comment on the video. Have fun creating and animating your website!