CSS Gradient Generator
Create stunning linear, radial, and conic gradients with live preview. Copy clean CSS code instantly.
Color Stops
Preset Gradients
What Are CSS Gradients?
CSS gradients let you display smooth transitions between two or more specified colors. They are generated by the browser, so they look great at any resolution and take up no bandwidth. CSS gradients are created using the background or background-image property.
Types of CSS Gradients
- Linear Gradient: Colors transition along a straight line defined by an angle. The most commonly used gradient type in web design.
- Radial Gradient: Colors radiate outward from a center point in a circular or elliptical shape. Great for spotlight effects and buttons.
- Conic Gradient: Colors transition around a center point, like a color wheel. Perfect for pie charts, progress indicators, and artistic effects.
How to Use This Generator
- Choose your gradient type: linear, radial, or conic
- Adjust the angle, shape, or position controls
- Add, remove, or modify color stops with the color picker
- See the live preview update in real-time
- Copy the generated CSS code to use in your project
- Or click a preset gradient to start from a beautiful template
Browser Support
CSS gradients are supported in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. The generated code includes the -webkit- prefix for maximum compatibility with older browsers.
Gradient Tips
- Use 2-3 color stops for clean, professional gradients
- Analogous colors (next to each other on the color wheel) create harmonious gradients
- Add a subtle gradient overlay to make text more readable on images
- Use radial gradients for spotlight or vignette effects
- Conic gradients are perfect for circular progress bars
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use multiple gradients on one element?
Yes! CSS supports layering multiple gradients by separating them with commas in the background property. Each gradient becomes a layer, and you can combine linear, radial, and conic gradients together.
What's the difference between linear and radial gradients?
Linear gradients transition colors along a straight line (horizontal, vertical, or any angle). Radial gradients transition colors outward from a center point in a circular or elliptical shape.
How do I make a gradient text effect?
Apply the gradient as a background-image, then use -webkit-background-clip: text and -webkit-text-fill-color: transparent to clip the gradient to the text shape.
Are CSS gradients better than gradient images?
Yes, in most cases. CSS gradients are resolution-independent, require no HTTP requests, can be animated, and are easily modified. They load faster and look sharp on all screen sizes and pixel densities.
Can I animate CSS gradients?
You can't directly animate the gradient itself with CSS transitions, but you can animate properties like background-position or background-size to create moving gradient effects, or use CSS Houdini's @property for direct color interpolation.