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Galaxy range slider

A compact native range input styled as an orbital path. Pointer and keyboard changes move a planet thumb, fill the nebula track, and update a visible launch-radius output while preserving browser range semantics.

Lab tested Responsive Dark mode Interactive
Version
1.0.0
Updated
2026-08-02
Dependencies
Zero
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Implementation field notes

Use galaxy range slider confidently.

The preview and source are only the starting point. Use these notes to decide where the component fits, preserve its accessibility contract, and verify the adapted result.

Good fit for

  • Creative settings
  • Distance controls
  • Media intensity

This range controls pattern works best when its purpose is clear in the surrounding page hierarchy.

Accessibility contract

  • The control uses native range semantics and keyboard behavior.
  • The selected value is visible in an output element.
  • Reduced motion disables decorative star drift.

Integration plan

  1. Copy the standalone HTML and scoped CSS into an isolated page.
  2. Adapt space color, nebula color, planet color, text color through the Inspector.
  3. Connect the defensive JavaScript, then test every control with a keyboard.
  4. Review the result at 375, 768, 1024, and 1440 pixels before shipping.

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