About CSS Gradient Generator

The CSS Gradient Generator lets you build linear, radial, and conic gradients interactively by picking colors, dragging stop positions, and selecting angles. A live preview updates instantly so you can iterate quickly, and the tool outputs ready-to-paste background, background-image, and Tailwind arbitrary-value snippets.

Whether you need a two-tone hero background or a complex multi-stop conic chart fill, this tool generates the exact CSS without requiring you to memorize gradient syntax. Everything runs locally in your browser — no images are uploaded or stored.

Common Use Cases

Designing hero section backgrounds with diagonal or radial color fades
Generating Tailwind CSS arbitrary gradient classes for custom design systems
Creating multi-stop color transitions for data visualization chart fills
Building conic gradients for pie-style progress indicators

How to Use

Select a gradient type — Linear, Radial, or Conic — from the type buttons
For linear gradients, set the angle using the slider or the quick-angle buttons (0°, 45°, 90°, etc.)
Adjust color stops: change each stop's hex color and drag its position percentage, or click + Add Stop for more stops
Copy the generated CSS from the output panel and paste it into your stylesheet or Tailwind class

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between linear, radial, and conic gradients?

A linear gradient transitions colors along a straight line at a given angle. A radial gradient radiates from a central point outward in a circle or ellipse. A conic gradient rotates colors around a center point like a color wheel — useful for pie charts and angular effects.

How do I use the generated CSS in Tailwind?

The tool outputs a Tailwind arbitrary value in the format class="bg-[...]". Copy that class name and paste it directly into your HTML element. Tailwind's JIT compiler will generate the corresponding CSS on the fly. Make sure your Tailwind version supports arbitrary values (v3+).

Can I add more than two color stops?

Yes, up to five color stops are supported. Click + Add Stop to insert a new stop. Each stop has its own color picker and position slider so you can precisely control where each transition occurs. Stops are automatically sorted by position in the CSS output.