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About CSS Gradients

How to Use CSS Gradients

CSS gradients let you display smooth transitions between two or more colors. They are rendered by the browser as CSS images, so pair the gradient with a fallback color for older clients or disabled background images.

How to Use This Tool

  1. Choose gradient type (linear or radial)
  2. For linear, adjust the angle with the slider
  3. Pick colors using the color pickers and set position percentages
  4. Add more color stops with the "+ Add" button
  5. Copy the generated CSS code with one click

Gradient syntax is widely supported in current browsers, but exact color rendering can vary. For reference, see the MDN CSS gradient documentation.

For more developer tools, check our Color Picker and Regex Tester.

The CSS Gradient Generator creates linear and radial gradient CSS with up to eight color stops, a live preview, and a fallback background color. Use it for hero sections, buttons, cards, and decorative UI surfaces, then test text contrast in the component where the gradient will actually ship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of CSS gradients are supported?
Both linear (customizable angle) and radial (circle/ellipse) gradients are supported with up to 8 color stops.
Can I use the generated CSS in any project?
Yes. It uses standard CSS gradient syntax and includes a fallback color, but you should still verify target browser support and foreground contrast.
How do I add more color stops?
Click "+ Add Color Stop" to add up to 8 colors. Each has a color picker and position control.
Settings
Color Stops
Presets