Elevating Your Animations: The Art of Combining Rive Interpolation and Hand-Keyed Bounce

Animation can transform a simple user interface into an engaging experience. But creating animations that feel alive and natural is a challenge. Relying solely on automated interpolation often results in mechanical movements that lack personality. On the other hand, traditional frame-by-frame animation demands time and skill that many developers or designers may not have. What if you could combine the best of both worlds? This post explores how mixing Rive interpolation with hand-keyed bounce effects can add appeal and organic charm to your animations, using a hamburger menu as a practical example.