While working on my React app, I attempted to make it more visually appealing by importing ImageBackground into my App.js file. However, after implementing it, the output remained blank. Initially confused, I speculated that some styling might be necessary.
My expectation was for the image to fill the entire output screen, but unfortunately, it did not display anything.
There were no error messages provided, so I referred to the ImageBackground documentation and tried the following code:
return(
<View style={styles.container}>
<ImageBackground source={require("./assets/myBgImage.png")} style={styles.imgBg}>
</ImageBackground>
</View>
);
However, the result was still a blank screen with no image displayed.
In an attempt to add some clarity, I added text elements which strangely caused the portion where the text resided to show the image. It's difficult to explain in words, so I have included an image for reference.
Here is the modified code snippet:
return (
<View styles={styles.container}>
<ImageBackground source={require('./assets/myBgImg.png')} styles={styles.imageBg}>
<Text>1</Text>
<Text>2</Text>
<Text>3</Text>
<Text>4</Text>
<Text>5</Text>
</ImageBackground>
</View>
);
You can view the output here.
Below are the specific styling details used:
const styles = StyleSheet.create({
container: {
flex: 1,
alignItems: 'center',
justifyContent: 'center',
padding: 24,
},
imageBg: {
flex: 1,
width: "100%",
height: "100%",
resizeMode: 'cover',
justifyContent: 'center',
},
});
Link to the background image used: Background Image
As a beginner in React, I am uncertain about the next steps to take. Any guidance would be appreciated.
If you wish to examine the complete code (with unnecessary parts commented out), it can be accessed via this link: Snack Link