Is it possible to use gif using this method

[monajafi]

Hi
Many apps are using animations in splash screen, also all of them waste time before app launches.
Is it possible to use gif using drawable and background theme? or we have to use layout for that?

[cstew]

If you want some kind of animation, you should look at a hybrid approach as outlined here: http://saulmm.github.io/avoding-android-cold-starts

Basically, you follow the technique outlined in my post for the instant start and then transition into a layout file with your own animation.

[monajafi]

Thanks, the article is very helpful