CPU optimizations such as conditional loading/unloading of displays, modularity, and prevention of full aura scanning.Grouping, which allows multiple displays to be positioned and configured at the same time.Custom side-effects such as chat announcements or sounds.Displays based on auras, health, power (mana, rage, soul shards, holy power, etc.), cooldowns, combat events, runes, totems, items, and many other triggers.Progress bars and textures that show the exact duration of auras.
This addon was created to be a lightweight replacement for Power Auras but has since introduced more functionalities while remaining efficient and easy to use. WeakAuras is a powerful and flexible framework that allows the display of highly customizable graphics on World of Warcraft’s user interface to indicate buffs, debuffs, and other relevant information.