How to create a side menu like popular mobile apps?

[Ryan_Innovative]

Hey everyone! I’m trying to figure out how to make a cool side menu for my app. You know, like the ones in Google+ and YouTube.

I’ve seen these menus that slide out from the side, and they look awesome. But I can’t find any good info on how to make them.

In Google+, you tap the logo to open the menu. The whole screen moves over, even the top bar. In YouTube, you can tap the logo or swipe to open it. The top bar stays put in that one.

Has anyone made something like this before? Any tips or tricks you can share? I’d love to hear how you’d approach it.

I think a lot of people would find this info helpful. Thanks in advance for any advice!

[emmad]

I have implemented similar side menus in past projects and found that a structured approach was essential. One effective method was to use a container view that naturally handles the sliding behavior. I structured the layout with two main sections: one for the main content and another for the side menu. Depending on the required effect, the sliding part may include or exclude the top bar. Additionally, synchronizing the menu state with the app navigation and incorporating touch events for edge swiping greatly improved the user experience. Performance testing on multiple devices also proved critical.