jQuery UI Transfer Effect

The transfer animation draws a temporary outline between a source element and a target element so the user can see a visual relationship between them.

This is a jQuery UI effect, so the page using it must load jQuery UI in addition to jQuery.

Syntax and Main Options Top ↑

The general form is $(selector).effect(effectName, options, duration, complete). The options available depend on the selected effect.

• to: Target selector or element.
• className: Optional class added to the temporary transfer element.
• duration: Animation duration.
• complete: Function called after the transfer completes.

Examples Top ↑

Legacy effect syntax

$( "#element" ).effect( "transfer", { to: $( "#target" ) }, 600 );

Transfer from one element to another

$( "#d1" ).transfer({
    to: $( "#d2" ),
    duration: 600
});

Run the transfer from a button

$( "#b1" ).on( "click", function () {
    $( "#d1" ).transfer({
        to: $( "#d2" ),
        duration: 600
    });
});

Style the temporary transfer outline

.ui-effects-transfer {
    border: 5px dotted red;
}

Open the Transfer Effect demo →

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When to Use This Effect Top ↑

Use this effect when the animation itself helps explain a state change or draws attention to an element. For routine interfaces, keep motion short and purposeful so it does not distract from the content.

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