CSS Gradient Tool — Modern UI
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CSS Gradient Tool

Single-file, modern UI — developer-friendly

Live Preview

Most-used controls are visible right below
180°

Color Stops

Drag to reorder • click color to edit

Presets

Click to apply

Overlay & Blend

Optional texture effects
Your privacy is protected! No data is transmitted or stored.

CSS Gradient Tool – How To Use Guide

Overview

The CSS Gradient Tool is a modern, single-file web application that allows you to create beautiful CSS gradients visually and export them in multiple formats. No installation required – just open the HTML file in your browser!

Main Features

1. Live Preview

  • The main preview area shows your gradient in real-time

  • Click the preview area or “Full Screen” button to view in fullscreen

  • Changes update immediately as you adjust settings

2. Gradient Types

  • Linear: Straight line gradient with adjustable angle

  • Repeating Linear: Repeating pattern of linear gradient

  • Radial: Circular gradient emanating from a center point

  • Repeating Radial: Repeating circular gradient

  • Conic: Angular gradient around a center point

  • Repeating Conic: Repeating angular gradient

3. Color Stops Management

  • Add Stops: Click “Add Stop” to add new color points

  • Adjust Position: Drag sliders (0-100%) to position stops

  • Change Colors: Click color pickers to choose any color

  • Reorder: Drag and drop stops to rearrange them

  • Delete: Click “Del” on any stop to remove it

  • Reverse: Click “Reverse” to flip the gradient direction

4. Quick Controls

  • Angle Slider: Adjust gradient direction (0-360°)

  • Type Selector: Switch between gradient types

  • Output Mode: Choose CSS, Tailwind, or Both formats

5. Presets Gallery

  • Pre-made beautiful gradients (Sunset, Ocean Blue, Aurora, etc.)

  • Click any preset to apply it instantly

  • Great for inspiration or quick starting points

6. Overlay & Blend Effects

  • Noise Overlay: Adds subtle texture

  • Lines Overlay: Adds grid pattern

  • Blend Modes: Multiply, Overlay, Screen, Soft Light, etc.

  • Opacity Control: Adjust overlay intensity (0-100%)

7. Export Options

  • Copy CSS: Copy standard CSS code to clipboard

  • Copy Tailwind: Copy Tailwind CSS class to clipboard

  • Copy Gradient: Copy only the gradient string

  • Download PNG: Export as high-quality image (1200×600px)

  • Download CSS: Save CSS as .css file

  • Download Tailwind: Save Tailwind as .txt file

  • Download JSON: Save gradient configuration

8. Local Storage

  • Save (Local): Store your current gradient in browser

  • Load (Local): Restore previously saved gradients

  • All data stays locally on your device (privacy protected)

Sidebar Navigation

Click icons in the sidebar to quickly jump to different sections:

  • Type: Gradient type selection

  • Stops: Color stops management

  • Presets: Gallery of pre-made gradients

  • Overlay: Texture and blend effects

  • Export: Code generation and download options

Quick Actions

  • Add Stop: Insert a random color stop

  • Reverse: Flip gradient direction

  • Clear: Remove all color stops

Usage Tips

Creating a Basic Gradient

  1. Start with the default gradient or choose a preset

  2. Adjust the angle using the slider

  3. Add/remove color stops as needed

  4. Change colors using color pickers

  5. Position stops using the sliders

Advanced Techniques

  1. Use drag and drop to reorder color stops

  2. Apply blend modes with overlays for unique effects

  3. Create repeating patterns with repeating gradient types

  4. Export in multiple formats for different use cases

Keyboard Shortcuts

While not explicitly labeled, you can use:

  • Tab to navigate between controls

  • Enter to activate buttons

  • Arrow keys to adjust sliders (when focused)

Best Practices

  1. Save often using Local Storage

  2. Use presets as starting points

  3. Experiment with blend modes for unique effects

  4. Test different output formats for your specific needs

  5. Download PNG for presentations or mockups

Privacy Note

⚠️ Important: This tool runs entirely in your browser. No data is transmitted to any server. All gradients are processed locally on your device.

Browser Compatibility

Works best in modern browsers:

  • Chrome 90+

  • Firefox 88+

  • Safari 14+

  • Edge 90+

Troubleshooting

If something doesn’t work:

  1. Refresh the page

  2. Clear browser cache if issues persist

  3. Ensure JavaScript is enabled

  4. Try a different browser if problems continue

Support

This is a standalone tool – no external dependencies or internet connection required after initial load (except for Tailwind CDN).

Enjoy creating beautiful gradients! 🎨✨

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