Implementing a simple technique known as the radio hack can achieve the desired result using solely HTML and CSS (CSS3 to ensure smooth transitions). This approach eliminates the need for extensive jQuery libraries, reducing the load on client-side resources.
The process involves utilizing a set of radio inputs to determine the active "tab." By assigning the same NAME attribute to all radio inputs, selecting one automatically deselects others, ensuring only one tab is displayed at a time.
<input type="radio" name="radio-set" id="radio-1" checked="checked"/>
<input type="radio" name="radio-set" id="radio-2"/>
<input type="radio" name="radio-set" id="radio-3"/>
<input type="radio" name="radio-set" id="radio-4"/>
Content can be structured within any tag, with a navigation system facilitated by labels linked to specific inputs via the FOR attribute. Clicking on these labels triggers tab transitions.
<section>
<article id="article-1">
<h2>article 1</h2>
<label for="radio-4"></label>
<label for="radio-2"></label>
</article>
<article id="article-2">
<h2>article 2</h2>
<label for="radio-1"></label>
<label for="radio-3"></label>
</article>
<article id="article-3">
<h2>article 3</h2>
<label for="radio-2"></label>
<label for="radio-4"></label>
</article>
<article id="article-4">
<h2>article 4</h2>
<label for="radio-3"></label>
<label for="radio-1"></label>
</article>
</section>
To style navigation elements, hide the radio inputs and position articles accordingly:
input{ display:none; }
article{
position:absolute;
width:100vw;
}
/* Additional CSS styling omitted for brevity */
The use of the "~" selector allows for seamless transitions between sections based on the selected input's state. Leveraging this selector requires proper sibling placement in the HTML structure.
By incorporating vendor prefixes for CSS properties like transitions and transforms, compatibility across browsers is ensured. For further guidance and demonstrations, check out detailed tutorials showcasing similar responsive layouts:
A comprehensive guide along with a fully functional demo highlighting vertical layout variations can be accessed here: http://tympanus.net/codrops/2012/06/12/css-only-responsive-layout-with-smooth-transitions/
Remember to verify prefix requirements and refer to reputable web resources for accurate information on CSS implementation:
-webkit-transition: all 1s;
transition: all 1s;