# What is Skeleton Screen?

A placeholder showing the rough shape of content while it loads, with a shimmer sweeping across it. It feels faster than a blank screen or spinner.

## In real work

Show a skeleton screen while the feed loads. Match the shape of the actual cards. Add a left-to-right shimmer on each row.

## Related terms

- [Fade In](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/fade-in.md)
- [Stagger](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/stagger.md)
- [Duration](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/duration.md)
- [Easing](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/easing.md)
- [Ease-Out](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/ease-out.md)

## How is this different from Googling it?

Google gives a definition. Prompthaus pairs each term with how it shows up in standups, PRs, prompts, and design reviews—then quizzes you until the word sticks. One term a day on iPhone.

- Category: Animation
- HTML: https://prompthausapp.com/learn/skeleton-screen
- App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/prompthaus-ai-vocabulary/id6776314407