CSS Gradient Generator
Create beautiful CSS gradients visually and copy the code instantly.
About This Tool
CSS Gradient Generator creates linear, radial, and conic gradients with a visual editor and real-time preview. You can add multiple color stops, adjust angles and positions, and copy the generated CSS code with one click. Built for web designers, front-end developers, and anyone who wants beautiful gradient backgrounds without writing CSS by hand.
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%); background: -webkit-linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%);
Presets
How to Use
- Choose a gradient type: Linear or Radial.
- For linear gradients, adjust the angle using the slider or pick a direction preset.
- Add, remove, or modify color stops — each has a color picker and position slider.
- See the live preview update in real-time as you make changes.
- Click 'Copy CSS' to copy the generated CSS code to your clipboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CSS gradient?
A CSS gradient is a smooth transition between two or more colors, created purely with CSS code. It can be used as a background-image property without any image files, making pages load faster.
What's the difference between linear and radial gradients?
Linear gradients transition colors along a straight line (top to bottom, left to right, or at any angle). Radial gradients transition colors outward from a center point in a circular or elliptical shape.
Can I use multiple color stops?
Yes! You can use 2 to 5 color stops in this generator. Each stop has a color and a position (0%–100%) that controls where the color appears in the gradient.
Do I need the -webkit- prefix?
Modern browsers support gradients without prefixes. However, including the -webkit- prefix ensures compatibility with older versions of Chrome, Safari, and Android browsers. This generator includes both versions.
How do I use the generated CSS?
Copy the CSS code and paste it into your stylesheet. Apply it to any element's background property. For example: .my-element { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #ff0000, #0000ff); }
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How It Works
CSS gradients are image functions that generate smooth transitions between two or more colors, rendered natively by the browser's 2D rasterizer without any image files. The CSS `linear-gradient()` function interpolates colors along a straight line defined by an angle (e.g., 90deg for left-to-right). The `radial-gradient()` function interpolates colors outward from a center point in an elliptical or circular shape. The `conic-gradient()` function sweeps colors around a center point like a color wheel.
Each color stop specifies a color value and an optional position (as a percentage or length). The browser's rendering engine linearly interpolates between adjacent color stops in the sRGB color space by default. This tool generates the standard CSS syntax and also produces `-webkit-` prefixed versions for legacy browser compatibility. The real-time preview renders the gradient on a `<div>` element, so you see exactly how it will appear on your website. You can also layer multiple gradients using comma-separated values in a single `background` property.