Interactive Cube
Full 3D cube with mouse-controlled rotation and floating core.
Main Features of Interactive Cube
How to Use Interactive Cube in Next.js
Installation Guide for Interactive Cube
Props
Customize the component with these props
| Property | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
backgroundColor | string | bg-zinc-950 | Background color of the component |
perspective | string | perspective-[800px] | CSS perspective value for 3D effect |
cubeSize | string | w-48 h-48 | Size of the cube |
rotateXRange | [number, number] | [30, -30] | Range of X-axis rotation in degrees |
rotateYRange | [number, number] | [-30, 30] | Range of Y-axis rotation in degrees |
springStiffness | number | 150 | Spring animation stiffness |
springDamping | number | 20 | Spring animation damping |
coreSize | string | w-24 h-24 | Size of the floating core |
coreRotationDuration | number | 10 | Core rotation duration in seconds |
className | string | Additional CSS classes |
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When to Use
This customizable UI component is ideal for creative agencies, gaming platforms, or tech-focused SaaS landing pages. Use this React component when building hero sections that need a central, interactive focal point that users can 'play' with.
Best Practices
Optimize for performance by ensuring the `cubeSize` is appropriate for the viewport. Follow React best practices by utilizing the `springStiffness` and `springDamping` props to create a realistic sense of inertia. Maintain scalable component architecture by keeping the 'core' content simple but visually distinct.
Why This Component Matters in Modern UI Development
Physics-based 3D interactions are at the core of modern frontend development trends. This production-ready component helps you implement a full 3D interactive cube using pure React logic, which is a great way to showcase technical prowess in your real-world application architecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
QIs the rotation range limited?
Yes, you can set the `rotateXRange` and `rotateYRange` to prevent the cube from rotating too far and breaking the perspective.
QCan I change the core's animation?
The core has a separate floating rotation duration, which can be customized to create a steady, hypnotic motion independent of user input.
QDoes it work with dark mode?
Yes, the component relies on CSS classes and props that can be easily themed for any lighting preference.