React Native Crash Course – 4# Routing (Page Layout _layout.js)
In this fourth part of our React Native Crash Course, we will be focusing on routing and creating a page layout using _layout.js.
Routing in React Native
Routing is a critical aspect of any mobile application as it allows users to navigate between different screens or pages seamlessly. In React Native, we can use libraries like React Navigation to handle routing in our applications.
Creating a Page Layout using _layout.js
In React Native, we can create a reusable layout component to define the structure of our pages. This layout component, typically named _layout.js, can contain common elements like header, footer, and navigation bar.
Here is an example of a simple _layout.js component:
<View style={{flex: 1}}>
<View style={{height: 50, backgroundColor: 'blue'}}>
<Text style={{color: 'white', fontSize: 20}}>Header</Text>
</View>
<View style={{flex: 1}}>
<Text style={{fontSize: 16}}>Content goes here</Text>
</View>
<View style={{height: 50, backgroundColor: 'blue'}}>
<Text style={{color: 'white', fontSize: 20}}>Footer</Text>
</View>
</View>
This layout component can be imported and used in other React Native screens to maintain a consistent design across the application.
Conclusion
In this article, we have learned about routing in React Native and how to create a page layout using _layout.js. By implementing routing and creating a reusable layout component, we can enhance the user experience and maintain a cohesive design in our React Native applications.
