CSS Gradient Generator
Visually build CSS gradients
100% free. Runs entirely in your browser - your files and data never leave your device and nothing is uploaded to any server.
Configuration
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #6366f1 0%, #06b6d4 100%);About this tool
Visually build a CSS gradient - picking colors, direction, and type (linear or radial) through a visual interface - and gives you the exact CSS code to copy into your project, instead of manually tweaking gradient syntax and guessing at the visual result.
How to use this tool
- Choose gradient typeSelect linear or radial based on your design need.
- Set colors and stopsPick each stop color and position to shape transitions precisely.
- Adjust angle or shapeTune direction, angle, and spread with live preview feedback.
- Copy generated CSSPaste output directly into your stylesheet or design token file.
CSS gradient syntax
A linear gradient runs along a line: linear-gradient(135deg, #6366f1, #ec4899) goes from the top-left to the bottom-right. A radial gradient spreads out from a point: radial-gradient(circle, #fde68a, #f59e0b). Add more colours with optional stop positions, such as #fff 0%, #eee 50%, #ddd 100%.
Visible banding stripes are more likely with large, low-contrast gradients; adding a middle colour stop or a subtle noise texture smooths them out.
Key features
- Visual editing removes guesswork from gradient syntax.
- Generates production-ready CSS quickly.
- Supports multi-stop gradients for richer UI backgrounds.
- Helps designers and developers collaborate using exact code output.
Common uses
- Creating hero-section or card background effects.
- Designing button and CTA gradients for branding.
- Testing gradient variations during UI iterations.
- Building reusable gradient tokens for design systems.
Tips for better results
- Use 2-4 color stops for cleaner gradients and better performance.
- Check contrast if text overlays the gradient background.
- Keep angle consistent across related components for visual harmony.
- Save favorite gradients as design tokens for reuse.
Mistakes to avoid
- Adding too many stops, creating muddy or noisy visual output.
- Ignoring accessibility when placing text on bright transitions.
- Using random angles that clash with broader UI directionality.
- Forgetting to test gradients on low-quality mobile displays.
Frequently asked questions
Yes - both major gradient types are typically supported, letting you build the style that fits your design.
Yes - multi-stop gradients with several colors are generally supported, not just a simple two-color blend.
Yes - the output is standard CSS you can copy directly as a background or background-image value.
Banding appears when two close colours stretch across a large area, especially in dark tones. Add a mid-point colour stop, widen the colour difference slightly, or overlay a subtle noise texture to smooth it.
Check contrast at both ends of the gradient, not just the middle - white text that reads well on dark blue may fail on the light end. A darker overlay or a narrower colour range fixes most cases.
Browsers do not smoothly animate between gradient values directly. The usual trick is a larger background-size with an animated background-position, or animating registered custom properties with @property in browsers that support it.