How to Fix SplashScreen Activity Not Finishing in React Native

If your React Native application is stuck on the splash screen, learn how to fix it by ensuring the `SplashScreen.hide()` function is properly implemented.
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Understanding the Splash Screen Issue in React Native

When building a mobile application, the user experience begins the moment the app launches. A splash screen serves this purpose by providing a visually appealing introduction while the app prepares its resources. However, if your React Native application gets stuck on the splash screen, it can lead to frustration for users. In this guide, we’ll explore a common problem developers face and how to fix it effectively.

The Problem: Splash Screen Activity Does Not Finish

Many new React Native developers encounter issues where the splash screen is displayed but does not transition to the main activity. This could be due to a missing method in the code that is essential for finishing the splash screen and allowing the user to see the main content of the app.

Example Scenario

You might have the following setup in your code:

SplashActivity.java - Handles the initial splash screen.

MainActivity.java - Represents the main content of the application.

App.js - The main component of the React Native application that renders the interface.

Despite the structure looking correct at first glance, you may still face issues if the SplashScreen.hide() method isn't called properly.

The Solution: Implementing SplashScreen.hide() Method

To resolve the issue of the splash screen not finishing, you need to ensure that the SplashScreen.hide() method is being called correctly within your application. Below is a more detailed breakdown of the components involved and where to implement this solution.

Step 1: Modify App.js

In your App.js file, the place where you want to hide the splash screen is crucial. You want to ensure this method is called only after the app is ready to display its main content. In the provided example, here’s a proposed structure:

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Step 2: Ensure Correct Sequencing in MainActivity.java

In your MainActivity.java, it's essential that the splash screen is displayed before you call the super method. Ensure everything is set to show the splash screen when the activity begins:

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Step 3: Step Back and Build Again

After making these adjustments, remember to rebuild your application to see if the changes take effect. Sometimes, deploying your changes via react-native run-android can lead to improvements.

Summary

If your React Native project is getting stuck at the splash screen, the common cause is usually that the SplashScreen.hide() method is not being executed. By implementing the solution provided in this guide:

Ensure you call SplashScreen.hide() in the correct lifecycle method.

Make sure the splash screen displays while your app loads, and finishes appropriately when ready.

By following the steps outlined here, you can create a smoother, more professional experience for your users right from the launch of your mobile application.

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