How to add animations in Java Swing class without flash?

Question

I am making a basic java application and I was just wondering how I can add animations to my swing class. I wanted to know about animations like:

• JPanel transitions (fade-in/out, dissolve, etc)
• JButton click animations
• JOptionPane transitions
• JLabel color animations

The animations just need to be basic. Things you could do in Powerpoint. Anyone know how this can be done?

Answer 1

While JavaFX has strong support for animations and transitions, a Swing Timer or SwingWorker can be used to achieve many similar effects. A number of examples are shown here and here.

Answer 2

Swing doesn't have any good/sensible support for animations or transitions. You might want to have a look at JavaFX instead.