What is the CSS gradient syntax?

CSS gradients use the background or background-image property with linear-gradient(), radial-gradient(), or conic-gradient() functions. Example: background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%).

How do I make a gradient in Tailwind CSS?

Use Tailwind utilities: bg-gradient-to-r from-violet-500 to-blue-500. Or use arbitrary values: bg-[linear-gradient(135deg,#667eea,#764ba2)]. This generator outputs both formats.

Can I use CSS gradients as backgrounds?

Yes. Set background: linear-gradient(...) on any element. Gradients can also be used in border-image, mask-image, and as the background for text clipping effects.

What is a conic gradient in CSS?

A conic gradient (conic-gradient()) transitions colors around a center point — like a pie chart — instead of linearly across. Supported in all modern browsers.

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CSS Gradient Generator

Build linear, radial & conic gradients visually — copy CSS or Tailwind code instantly

100% in-browserLinear · Radial · Conic15 presetsTailwind outputFree forever

Presets

Type

Angle135°

Color Stops

#667eea

#764ba2

100%

CSS Output

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%);

Tailwind

bg-[linear-gradient(135deg,#667eea_0%,_#764ba2_100%)]

CSS Gradient Generator — Create Beautiful Gradients Instantly

CSS gradients let you transition smoothly between two or more colors without using image files. They're used for hero backgrounds, button styles, card overlays, text effects, and decorative accents. The three types — linear-gradient(), radial-gradient(), and conic-gradient() — each create a different visual effect and are supported in all modern browsers.

This CSS gradient generator gives you a live preview as you build. Add color stops, drag them to reorder, adjust the angle and position, and copy the finished CSS or Tailwind code directly into your project. Start from a preset or build from scratch — no signup, no limits, free forever.

How it works

Build Your Gradient in Seconds

Choose a type

Pick linear (directional), radial (circular), or conic (angular sweep) gradient.

Pick your colors

Add 2–10 color stops with the color picker. Drag the handles to set each stop's position.

Adjust direction

Set the angle for linear gradients, or the center position for radial and conic.

Copy the CSS

Click "Copy CSS" or "Copy Tailwind" to get production-ready code for your project.

Use cases

What Developers Use CSS Gradients For

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Hero backgrounds

Full-width gradient backgrounds for landing page hero sections and banners.

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Button styles

Gradient fills on primary CTA buttons for depth and visual hierarchy.

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Card overlays

Gradient overlays on image cards to ensure text legibility over photos.

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Text effects

Gradient clip on text (background-clip: text) for colorful headline styles.

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Progress bars

Gradient-filled progress and loading bars that look more polished than solid fills.

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Decorative accents

Gradient borders, dividers, and decorative blobs behind content sections.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is the CSS linear-gradient syntax?

linear-gradient(angle, color-stop1, color-stop2, ...). For example: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%). The angle is in degrees; 0deg is top-to-bottom, 90deg is left-to-right, 135deg is diagonal.

2What's the difference between linear, radial, and conic gradients?

Linear gradients transition colors along a straight line (angle). Radial gradients radiate outward from a center point in an elliptical or circular shape. Conic gradients transition colors around a center point like a clock or pie chart.

3How do I add multiple color stops to a CSS gradient?

Add more color values to the gradient function: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #a855f7 50%, #ec4899 100%). Each stop has a color and an optional position percentage. You can add as many stops as needed.

4Can I use a CSS gradient with Tailwind?

Yes. Tailwind has built-in gradient utilities (bg-gradient-to-r from-violet-500 to-blue-500) and supports arbitrary values for custom gradients: bg-[linear-gradient(135deg,#667eea,#764ba2)]. This generator outputs both formats.

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