When you open your Flutter app, it’s common to see a default white splash screen while the native app loads. However, what if you want to add a personal touch to that experience? With the flutter_native_splash package, you can easily create a unique splash screen for your app in just a few steps. Let’s dive into how to customize the splash screen background color and splash image, all while supporting dark mode and platform-specific options!

What’s New

• Support for GIF images in web!
• You can keep the splash screen visible while the app initializes.

Check out the demo below to get a sense of what’s possible:

Usage

Follow these user-friendly steps to set up your custom splash screen:

1. Add Dependency

Add flutter_native_splash as a dependency in your pubspec.yaml file:

dependencies:
  flutter_native_splash: ^2.4.1

After updating your dependencies, don’t forget to run the command:

flutter pub get

2. Customize Splash Screen

Set the splash screen by customizing your pubspec.yaml with the following settings:

flutter_native_splash:
  color: #42a5f5  # Background color
  # background_image: assets/background.png  # Alternatively, use an image

After setting up the configurations, run:

dart run flutter_native_splash:create

3. Setup App Initialization (Optional)

If you’d like your splash screen to stay while the app initializes, add the following code to your main.dart file:

import 'package:flutter_native_splash/flutter_native_splash.dart';

void main() {
  WidgetsBinding widgetsBinding = WidgetsFlutterBinding.ensureInitialized();
  FlutterNativeSplash.preserve(widgetsBinding: widgetsBinding);
  runApp(const MyApp());
  // remove the splash when initialization is complete
  FlutterNativeSplash.remove();
}

Understanding the Code with an Analogy

Think of your app as a restaurant. When customers arrive (users opening the app), you typically don’t want to just leave them standing in a plain, empty space (a plain white splash screen). Instead, you want to make a lasting first impression by offering them a warm, welcoming environment (a beautifully designed splash screen). The method in each step configures your ‘restaurant décor’—whether it’s a calming blue wall paint (background colors) or a delightful logo positioned at the entrance (splash image). By properly setting up your splash screen, you’re ensuring your guests (users) feel valued as they wait for their experience (the app) to begin!

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues, here are some solutions:

• Error: Module flutter_native_splash not found. – Run pod install in your iOS folder.
• Error: Splash screen was provided to Flutter, but this is deprecated. – Remove the associated code from AndroidManifest.xml.
• I see a white screen before the splash screen. – Consider implementing the preserve and remove methods to keep the splash screen visible during app initialization.
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Conclusion

Customizing your Flutter app’s splash screen can significantly enhance user experience by creating a smoother transition into the app. By following the steps above, you can provide a professional and cohesive look to your application right from the launch screen. Happy coding!