Linear Gradient Generator
Generate CSS linear gradients with multi-stop support, precise angles, and linear-color transitions.
Gradient Angle
135°Color Stops
Presets
What is a Linear Gradient in CSS?
The CSS linear-gradient function creates an image consisting of a progressive transition between two or more colors along a straight line.
Why Use a CSS Linear Gradient?
Gradients add vibrant colors and energy to headers, buttons, and backgrounds. They make interfaces feel modern and premium, similar to Stripe or Apple product marketing pages.
CSS Syntax & Controls
A linear gradient is defined by an angle (in degrees) or a direction (e.g. to bottom right), followed by a list of color stops. Each stop has a color and an optional percentage position.
background: linear-gradient(<angle>, <color-stop-1>, <color-stop-2>, ...);Best Practices
- Choose colors that are close on the color wheel to prevent mud-grey blending in the middle.
- Set linear transitions with subtle opacity stops for elegant overlay graphics.
- Use modern preset palettes for guaranteed aesthetic quality.
Common Mistakes
- Using colors with opposite hue values without an intermediate color, leading to dirty-looking centers.
- Setting high-contrast gradient angles that distract users from readable text.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use this Generator
- Choose your primary colors using the color picker.
- Adjust the angle slider to rotate the direction of the gradient.
- Position color stops along the timeline to control blend spacing.
- Preview the gradient on simulated devices before copying the code.
Browser Compatibility
| Chrome | Safari | Firefox | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes (Full) | Yes (Full) | Yes (Full) | Yes (Full) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use linear-gradient for text color?
Yes, by applying background-clip: text and text-fill-color: transparent along with the background gradient.
How do I add more than two colors?
Simply add more comma-separated color stops to the function. You can specify positions in percentage to control where they blend.