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Build a custom React Native action sheet

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Hussain Arif
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1,326
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In the context of developing an email client with a draft management feature, the use of context menus can present accessibility challenges on different screen sizes, particularly mobile devices. The article suggests mitigating this issue by implementing an action sheet, a UI element optimized for various screen sizes, typically displayed at the bottom of the screen. The guide provides a step-by-step tutorial on building and customizing an iOS-like action sheet in React Native using the react-native-action-sheet module. It covers initializing the project with Expo, creating an action sheet component, and integrating it with React Native's API. The tutorial also explores customizing the action sheet by adding icons, images, and CSS styles to enhance the user interface. The guide emphasizes the ease of using the react-native-action-sheet library, highlighting its clear documentation and the benefits of using tools like LogRocket for monitoring and improving React Native applications.