CSS Gradient Generator

Design beautiful linear and radial CSS gradients visually. Choose colors, adjust angles, and copy the code instantly.

Last updated: 2026-03-19

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Key Features

  • Dual Color Control: Create smooth transitions between two custom colors.
  • Linear & Radial: Support for direction-based linear gradients and circular radial gradients.
  • Angle Control: Precise degree adjustment for linear gradients.
  • Stop Positions: Control exactly where each color starts and ends.

How to Use This Gradient Generator

  1. Choose usage Linear or Radial type.
  2. For linear gradients, adjust the Angle dial to change direction.
  3. Pick your Start and End colors using the color pickers.
  4. Adjust the Stop Position sliders to control where colors blend.
  5. Copy the final CSS snippet to use in your project.

Why Use Use a CSS Gradient Generator?

CSS gradients allows for complex backgrounds without using image files, but the syntax can be tricky to remember. This tool lets you experiment with colors and angles in real-time, ensuring you get the perfect aesthetic for your buttons, headers, or backgrounds before writing a single line of code.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a linear gradient?

A linear gradient transitions colors along a straight line. You can control the direction using degrees (e.g., 90deg, 180deg).

What is a radial gradient?

A radial gradient radiates from a central point outwards, creating a circular glow effect.

Do gradients impact performance?

CSS gradients are very performant compared to loading large background images. They render natively in the browser.

Can I use transparent colors?

Yes, modern browsers support RGBA colors in gradients. Use the opacity slider in your system color picker if available, or manually edit the code.

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CSS Gradient Generator — create linear and radial CSS gradients visually