Gradient Generator

Create stunning CSS gradients for your web projects with our visual gradient generator. Design linear, radial, and conic gradients with multiple color stops, customize angles and positions, and add smooth animations.

Gradient Type

Direction

Color Stops

Preset Gradients

Preview

Animation

Code Output

.gradient {
  background: linear-gradient(to right, #3366cc 0%, #6633cc 100%);
}

About the Gradient Generator

The Gradient Generator is a powerful tool for creating beautiful CSS gradients for your web projects. Whether you need a subtle background, a vibrant button, or an eye-catching header, this tool helps you design and implement gradients with ease.

Types of CSS Gradients

Linear Gradients

Linear gradients transition colors along a straight line. You can control the direction (angle) and the color stops to create everything from subtle fades to sharp color transitions.

Radial Gradients

Radial gradients transition colors from a central point outward in a circular or elliptical pattern. They're perfect for creating spotlight effects, glows, or circular design elements.

Conic Gradients

Conic gradients transition colors around a center point (rather than radiating from it). They're excellent for creating pie charts, color wheels, or unique background patterns.

Animated Gradients

Using CSS animations, gradients can shift and change over time. Our tool helps you create animated gradients that add subtle movement and visual interest to your designs.

Features of Our Gradient Generator

  • Visual editor - Design gradients with an intuitive interface
  • Multiple gradient types - Create linear, radial, and conic gradients
  • Custom color stops - Add multiple colors and control their positions precisely
  • Animation options - Add movement to your gradients with customizable animations
  • Preset library - Choose from a collection of beautiful gradient presets
  • Copy-ready CSS - Get the exact CSS code needed to implement your gradient
  • Browser compatibility - Generate code with appropriate vendor prefixes

How to Use the Gradient Generator

  1. Select a gradient type (linear, radial, or conic)
  2. Choose your colors by clicking on the color stops
  3. Adjust the position of color stops by dragging them
  4. Set additional properties like angle, shape, or position
  5. Enable animation if desired and customize its properties
  6. Preview your gradient in real-time
  7. Copy the generated CSS code for use in your project

Creative Uses for CSS Gradients

Website Backgrounds

Gradients make excellent backgrounds for websites, providing visual interest without the file size of images. Subtle gradients can add depth while bold ones create striking visual impact.

UI Elements

Buttons, cards, and other UI components can be enhanced with gradients to create a sense of dimension and improve visual hierarchy. Animated gradients can draw attention to important call-to-action elements.

Text Effects

Using background-clip: text, you can apply gradients directly to text for eye-catching headlines and titles without the need for images.

Data Visualization

Conic gradients can be used to create pie charts and other data visualizations directly with CSS, reducing the need for JavaScript libraries for simple charts.

Pro Tip

When creating gradients for text or UI elements, consider using HSL color values instead of HEX or RGB. HSL makes it easier to create harmonious color transitions by adjusting only the hue while keeping saturation and lightness consistent.