Shadcn Sheet
React sheet for slide-out panels and contextual sidebars with edge positioning and focus management. Built with TypeScript and Tailwind CSS for Next.js using Radix UI.
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Ever notice how the best mobile apps have those panels that slide in from the edges? That's what sheets do—they're like sidebars but way more flexible. Need a settings panel that slides in from the right? A notification bar from the top? A mobile-style bottom sheet? This shadcn/ui sheet handles all of that with the smooth animations users expect from your React applications.
Sheet showcase
Clean form in a contextual side panel:
Built on Radix UI Dialog with focus management and proper ARIA semantics. This free open source component handles the overlay, positioning, and animations while you focus on what goes inside. Styled with Tailwind CSS to match your design system instead of fighting z-index battles and animation timing.
npx shadcn@latest add sheet
Why sheets actually beat regular modals
Here's the thing—sheets feel way more natural than popup modals, especially on mobile. Think about how Instagram shows photo details, or how Spotify's now playing panel slides up from the bottom. Sheets keep the main content visible while adding contextual information, creating that native app feeling users expect.
Unlike modals that interrupt your workflow and demand full attention, sheets complement what you're already doing. Users can still see and interact with the main content while accessing secondary features. Plus they slide in from screen edges like real mobile apps, not pop up from the center like desktop software from 2005.
This free shadcn sheet handles the complex parts—focus trapping, keyboard navigation, edge positioning, smooth animations—while you focus on creating interfaces that feel modern and contextual. Whether you're building settings panels, navigation drawers, or mobile action sheets in your Next.js applications, sheets that slide naturally enhance user experience in your JavaScript projects.
Common sheet patterns you'll actually use
Settings and preferences panel
User configuration that slides in from the right:
Navigation drawer
App menu and navigation from the left edge:
Mobile action sheet
Bottom panels perfect for touch interfaces:
Filter and search sidebar
Contextual controls that don't interrupt browsing:
Notification and alert bar
Top-sliding panels for system messages:
Features
This free open source sheet component includes everything you need:
- TypeScript-first - Full type safety with sheet state and animation events
- Radix UI Dialog powered - Battle-tested focus management and accessibility
- Edge positioning - Slides from top, right, bottom, or left screen edges
- Tailwind CSS styled - Customize with utilities, not fighting animation CSS
- Focus trapping - Keyboard navigation stays properly contained within sheets
- Mobile optimized - Native app feel with smooth slide animations
- Contextual overlay - Keeps main content visible while showing secondary UI
- Portal rendering - No z-index conflicts or positioning issues
API Reference
Core Components
Component | Purpose | Key Props |
---|---|---|
Sheet | Root container | open , onOpenChange , modal for behavior |
SheetTrigger | Opens the sheet | asChild for custom trigger elements |
SheetContent | Sliding panel | side for edge positioning |
Content Structure
Component | Use Case | Purpose |
---|---|---|
SheetHeader | Title area | Contains title and description |
SheetTitle | Accessible heading | Screen reader announcements |
SheetFooter | Action buttons | Save, cancel, and primary actions |
SheetClose | Close trigger | Custom close buttons and links |
Edge Positioning
Side | Best For | Use Case |
---|---|---|
"right" | Settings, details | Desktop sidebars, configuration |
"left" | Navigation, menus | App navigation, drawer menus |
"bottom" | Actions, forms | Mobile interfaces, action sheets |
"top" | Notifications, alerts | System messages, announcements |
Production tips
Size sheets appropriately for their content and context. This free shadcn/ui sheet component adapts to any width and height, but overwhelming sheets defeat the purpose. This TypeScript component handles the positioning—you provide dimensions that enhance workflow rather than dominating the screen in your Next.js applications.
Consider mobile-first design patterns for better touch experiences. Bottom sheets work naturally on mobile, while side sheets excel on desktop. This open source shadcn sheet supports all edge positions—choose based on your users' devices and interaction patterns rather than just following desktop conventions.
Keep sheet content contextual and focused. Sheets work best when they complement what users are already doing, not replace the entire interface. This JavaScript component provides the container—you provide content that enhances the current task without creating workflow disruption.
Handle long content gracefully with proper scrolling. When sheet content exceeds viewport height, users need smooth scrolling that doesn't break the slide animation. The Tailwind CSS styled component supports scroll areas—combine with proper content organization to maintain usability.
Test keyboard navigation thoroughly across all sheet sides. Focus management works differently when sheets slide from different edges. This component traps focus automatically—ensure your content order makes sense for keyboard users regardless of slide direction and animation timing.
Integration with other components
Sheets naturally work with Form components for settings and configuration panels in your React applications. Use Button components for consistent trigger styling and sheet action buttons.
For navigation patterns, combine sheets with NavigationMenu components for mobile menu drawers or Breadcrumb components for contextual navigation. This open source pattern creates comprehensive mobile-first navigation experiences.
When building data-heavy interfaces, pair sheets with DataTable components for filter panels or Command components for searchable content. ScrollArea components handle long sheet content without breaking animations.
For notification systems, use sheets with Alert components for system messages or Badge components for status indicators. Your JavaScript application can compose these shadcn components while maintaining consistent slide behavior and focus management across different sheet types.
Questions you might have
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