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LVGL v7.8.1 Released - Bugfix Update

Minor bugfix release for LVGL v7.8.1 addressing screen loading animations and scrollbar drag mode issues.

Gabor Kiss-VamosiGabor Kiss-Vamosi1 min read

LVGL v7.8.1 is now available with critical bugfixes for screen loading animations and scrollbar interactions.

Bugfixes#

  • Screen loading animations: Fixed issue when multiple screens are loaded simultaneously with delay
  • Scrollbar drag mode: Corrected LV_SCROLLBAR_MODE_DRAG behavior for page widgets

This maintenance release ensures smoother screen transitions and more reliable scrollbar interactions in your LVGL applications.

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