CSS Gradient Generator
Create beautiful CSS gradients with live preview and custom controls.
Gradient Controls
Configure gradient type and properties
Live Preview
See your gradient in real-time
Generated CSS
Copy and use in your projects
background: linear-gradient(45deg, #3b82f6 0%, #8b5cf6 100%);About CSS Gradient Generator
Our CSS Gradient Generator is a powerful tool for creating beautiful, professional gradients for your web projects. CSS gradients have become an essential part of modern web design, allowing developers to create smooth color transitions without the need for image files. This reduces load times, improves scalability, and provides crisp visuals on all screen densities including high-DPI displays.
The tool supports all three types of CSS gradients: linear gradients for straight-line color transitions, radial gradients for circular or elliptical patterns, and conic gradients for cone-shaped color wheels. Each gradient type offers unique possibilities for creative design, from subtle background effects to bold graphical elements. The real-time preview ensures you see exactly how your gradient will appear in browsers.
With an intuitive color picker interface and precise control over color stops and positions, you can create anything from simple two-color fades to complex multi-color compositions. The generated CSS is optimized for all modern browsers and can be easily integrated into your stylesheets or CSS-in-JS solutions.
How to Use
Step 1: Choose Gradient Type
Select between linear, radial, or conic gradient types. Linear creates straight-line transitions, radial creates circular patterns, and conic creates cone-shaped color wheels.
Step 2: Adjust Direction and Shape
For linear gradients, set the angle. For radial gradients, choose shape, size, and position. For conic gradients, adjust the starting angle and center point.
Step 3: Configure Color Stops
Add, remove, and adjust color stops. Each stop has a color and position percentage. Click colors to open the color picker and drag positions to fine-tune the gradient.
Step 4: Copy and Use CSS
Preview your gradient in real-time, then copy the generated CSS code to use in your projects. Save favorite gradients as presets for quick access later.
Key Features
Multiple Gradient Types
Support for linear, radial, and conic gradients with full customization options.
Real-time Preview
See changes instantly as you adjust colors, positions, and gradient properties.
Color Stop Management
Add unlimited color stops with precise position control and easy color selection.
Preset System
Save your favorite gradients and quickly load them for future projects.
Clean CSS Output
Generate optimized CSS code that works across all modern browsers.
Export Options
Copy to clipboard or download as CSS file for easy integration into projects.
Examples
Example 1: Hero Background
Perfect for hero sections and call-to-action buttons
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%);Example 2: Card Hover Effect
Vibrant gradient for interactive elements
background: linear-gradient(45deg, #fa709a 0%, #fee140 100%);Example 3: Radial Spotlight
Radial gradient for spotlight or focus effects
background: radial-gradient(circle at center, #ff6b6b 0%, #4ecdc4 50%, #45b7d1 100%);Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between gradient types?
Linear gradients create straight-line color transitions in any direction. Radial gradients create circular or elliptical patterns radiating from a center point. Conic gradients create cone-shaped color wheels, perfect for pie charts or color wheels.
Are CSS gradients supported in all browsers?
CSS gradients are well-supported in all modern browsers. Linear and radial gradients work in Internet Explorer 10+ and all versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Conic gradients are supported in newer browser versions (Chrome 69+, Firefox 83+, Safari 12.1+).
How do I use the generated CSS?
Copy the generated CSS and apply it to any element's background property. You can use it in regular CSS files, inline styles, or CSS-in-JS solutions. The gradient will automatically scale to fit the element's dimensions.
Can I create transparent gradients?
Yes! Use the color picker to select colors with transparency (alpha channel), or manually edit the CSS to use rgba() or hsla() color values. This is perfect for overlay effects and blending gradients with background content.
How many color stops can I add?
You can add as many color stops as needed. However, for performance reasons, it's recommended to keep the number reasonable (typically 2-10 stops). Too many stops might make the gradient appear busy and can impact rendering performance.
What's the best gradient angle for buttons?
For buttons, subtle gradients work best. Try angles between 0-45 degrees with colors that are close in hue but different in brightness. A slight gradient from lighter at the top to darker at the bottom (180deg) creates a natural, three-dimensional appearance.
Can I animate CSS gradients?
Yes, but with limitations. You can animate gradient positions and some properties, but you cannot directly animate between different gradient types. For smooth animations, consider animating the background-position of a larger gradient or using CSS transitions with opacity overlays.
How do gradients affect page performance?
CSS gradients are generally very efficient since they're rendered by the GPU. They're much faster than loading image files and scale perfectly to any size. Complex gradients with many color stops may have a slight performance impact, but it's typically negligible compared to images.