🎨 Gradient Generator
Create CSS gradients visually. Linear, radial, conic. Color stops, angle control. Copy CSS instantly.
The Gradient Generator lets you build CSS gradients visually by picking gradient type — linear, radial, or conic — adjusting the angle, and setting color stops with a color picker. A live preview updates as you tweak controls, and the generated CSS is copied to your clipboard with one click for immediate use in stylesheets or design systems.
📋 When to Use the Gradient Generator
The Gradient Generator is ideal for anyone who needs quick access to a professional-grade gradient generator without installing software. Use it when you need to create on the go, when working from a locked-down computer, or when you want instant results without signups or app stores. It's perfect for students, designers, developers, marketers, and anyone who values speed and privacy. Because everything runs in your browser, your data never leaves your device — making it safe for work, school, and personal projects.
⚙️ How the Gradient Generator Works
The Gradient Generator runs entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. When you interact with the tool — entering text, adjusting settings, or clicking Generate — the browser processes your input using built-in algorithms and renders the output in real time. No data is ever sent to a server. For CDN-loaded libraries (like QR code generation), the library code downloads once to your browser and then runs locally — your data stays on your device throughout the entire process.
How to Use the Gradient Generator
- Choose a gradient type — select Linear (smooth directional blend), Radial (circular from center), or Conic (angle-based sweep) from the dropdown.
- Pick your colors — use the color pickers to select two or more colors. The gradient preview updates instantly as you change colors.
- Adjust the angle — drag the angle slider (0–360°) to rotate the gradient direction. Linear gradients shift direction; conic gradients sweep around the center.
- Copy the CSS — the generated CSS code updates in real time. Click the code box to copy it, then paste directly into your stylesheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between linear, radial, and conic gradients?
Linear gradients transition along a straight line (best for headers, banners, buttons). Radial gradients radiate from a center point (best for spotlights, circular elements). Conic gradients rotate around a center in a cone shape (best for pie charts, color wheels, loading spinners).
Can I add more than two color stops?
This generator focuses on simple two-color gradients for quick CSS generation. For multi-stop gradients, you can manually edit the CSS output — add more color values separated by commas inside the gradient function.
Is the generated CSS compatible with all browsers?
Yes. The generator produces standard CSS gradient syntax compatible with all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). For legacy IE support, you'd need a fallback solid color or SVG gradient, but modern sites can rely on the standard syntax.
Can I use gradients as text colors?
CSS gradients apply to backgrounds by default. For gradient text, combine the generated gradient with background-clip: text and -webkit-background-clip: text, plus color: transparent. The generator outputs background gradients; you add the text clipping separately.