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What is Flexbox in React Native?
Updated May 6, 2026
Short answer
Flexbox is a layout system used to arrange UI components.
Deep explanation
React Native uses Flexbox for layout positioning, alignment, and spacing. It follows flex-direction, justify-content, and align-items rules.
Real-world example
Centering login forms on screen.
Common mistakes
- Confusing flex direction defaults with CSS web behavior.
Follow-up questions
- What is default flex direction?
- How to center items?