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CSS Gradient Generator

Build linear and radial CSS gradients visually. Add color stops, adjust the angle, choose from presets, and copy the CSS code instantly.

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CSS Gradient Generator: How It Works

A reliable CSS gradient generator helps web developers and designers rapidly prototype backgrounds without manually typing tedious color stops and angles. You can visually blend multiple colors and instantly grab the CSS code.

Linear vs Radial Gradients

Linear gradients are the most common, flowing left to right, top to bottom, or at any custom angle. Radial gradients start at a center point and radiate outward, which is perfect for creating depth or a spotlight effect behind key elements.

Common Questions

How do I use the gradient code?

Once you've built your gradient, click the 'Copy CSS' button. This provides a single line of CSS using the standard background property, which will work universally across all modern browsers.

Can I use gradients on text?

Yes. You can use CSS properties like background-clip: text along with a transparent text color to clip a gradient strictly to your typography, creating beautifully colored headlines.

How many color stops can I add?

CSS allows virtually unlimited color stops. This tool lets you add multiple stops perfectly spaced across your gradient line for complex, multi-colored transitions.

Do gradients impact page load speed?

Unlike image files, CSS gradients are generated natively by the browser's rendering engine. This means they require exactly zero network requests and render instantly, making them vastly superior to background image files for performance.