Creative Tools•2025-01-20•4 min read

CSS Gradient Generator Guide

Master the art of CSS gradients. Create stunning backgrounds and effects for modern web design.

Types of CSS Gradients

Linear Gradient

linear-gradient(90deg, #667eea, #764ba2)

Radial Gradient

radial-gradient(circle, #667eea, #764ba2)

Conic Gradient

conic-gradient(from 180deg, ...)

Repeating Gradient

repeating-linear-gradient(...)

Trending Gradient Styles

Style	Description	Best For
Sunset	Orange to pink transitions	Hero sections, CTAs
Ocean	Blue to teal gradients	Professional sites
Nature	Green to yellow tones	Eco-friendly brands
Pastel	Soft, light colors	Minimal designs
Fire	Red to orange intense	Energy, excitement
Grayscale	Black to white	Elegant, timeless

Gradient Direction

→
to right: Left to right (90deg)
↓
to bottom: Top to bottom (180deg)
↘
to bottom right: Diagonal (135deg)
°
45deg: Custom angle

CSS Implementation

/* Simple two-color gradient */
.gradient-simple {
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, #667eea, #764ba2);
}

/* Multi-color gradient */
.gradient-multi {
  background: linear-gradient(
    135deg,
    #667eea 0%,
    #764ba2 50%,
    #f093fb 100%
  );
}

/* Gradient with transparency */
.gradient-transparent {
  background: linear-gradient(
    to right,
    rgba(102, 126, 234, 0.5),
    rgba(118, 75, 162, 0.5)
  );
}

/* Animated gradient */
.gradient-animated {
  background: linear-gradient(-45deg, #ee7752, #e73c7e, #23a6d5, #23d5ab);
  background-size: 400% 400%;
  animation: gradient 15s ease infinite;
}

@keyframes gradient {
  0% { background-position: 0% 50%; }
  50% { background-position: 100% 50%; }
  100% { background-position: 0% 50%; }
}

Performance Best Practices

⚡
Use CSS gradients instead of images when possible
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Limit gradient stops to 3-4 colors maximum
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Use transform for animations instead of background-position
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Consider using CSS variables for reusable gradients

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