Deconstructing Flutter vol. 10: Overlays

Flutter overlays provide a powerful way to create floating UI elements and complex positioning scenarios. This issue explores various aspects of overlays, from basic concepts to advanced implementatio

Good Start

• What is the Flutter Overlay and How Can It Be Used to Create Floating UI Elements Like Pop-up:
  Explains the fundamental concepts of overlays in Flutter, how they work, and demonstrates their use in creating floating UI elements.

Basic Overlay Concepts

• Overlays in Flutter: Getting Started:
  A comprehensive introduction to Flutter overlays, explaining the basic concepts, use cases, and how to implement simple overlay-based UI elements.

• Flutter Overlay Getting Started: CompositedTransformFollower:
  A detailed guide on using CompositedTransformFollower for precise positioning of overlay elements relative to other widgets.

Advanced Overlay Techniques

• Adding Animated Overlays to Your App:
  Shows how to create smooth, animated overlays that enhance user experience, with practical examples and implementation details.

• Layer Link:
  An in-depth look at LayerLink, a powerful tool for creating precise positioning relationships between widgets and their overlays.

Practical Applications

• Creating Custom Dropdowns with OverlayPortal in Flutter:
  A practical guide on implementing custom dropdown menus using OverlayPortal, demonstrating advanced overlay positioning techniques.

• dropdown_button2:
  A feature-rich dropdown button package that showcases professional overlay implementations with various customization options.