how can i modify the videotrack loading state ui?
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r
how can i modify the videotrack loading state ui?
t
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Thank you for reaching out! Could you please share a bit more about what you mean by modifying the VideoTrack loading state UI? Are you hoping to customize how it looks, add certain features, or maybe change how it behaves? Also, it would be helpful to know if you're working with a particular SDK or framework like React or JavaScript. I'm here to help you every step of the way!
r
yes customize how it looks. right now it just show "Connecting..." text
t
I'd be happy to help you customize the appearance of the VideoTrack loading state UI! You can create a custom loading UI right within your application. Here’s a simple way to approach it: • First, check if the
trackRef
is defined and subscribed. • If the track isn’t ready yet, you can show a custom loading UI like a spinner, some text, or even an animation. • Feel free to style the container so it fits beautifully with your design—think about background colors, layout, and any animations you'd like. For example, if you're working with React, conditional rendering can do the trick:
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const videoTileContent = trackRef ? (
  <VideoTrack trackRef={trackRef} className="video" />
) : (
  <div className="loading-ui">
    <span>Loading video...</span>
  </div>
);
If you're using a specific SDK like React Native, Swift, or Flutter, just let me know! I’d love to provide a more tailored example that fits your platform perfectly. Sources: src/components/playground/Playground.tsx | lib/src/ui/widgets/track/no_track_widget.dart | src/components/VideoTrack.tsx | Sources/LiveKitComponents/UI/TrackPublication/VideoTrackView.swift