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CSS Grid Generator

Design complex 2D layouts with our interactive CSS Grid generator. Drag to create grid areas, adjust rows and columns, and export clean, standards-compliant CSS code.

Grid Workbench

Drag cells to create areas

Generated CSS

.grid-container {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr;
  grid-template-rows: 1fr 1fr 1fr;
  gap: 16px 16px;
}

Grid Configuration

3
3
16px
16px
Column Units
Row Units
Example Layouts
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How to Use

Designing complex page structures is visual and efficient with our interactive workbench:

Generator Guide

  1. Set Dimensions: Use the Rows and Columns sliders to define your grid's base density.
  2. Draw Areas: Click and drag your mouse across cells in the Grid Workbench to create a new layout area.
  3. Define Tracks: Manually edit the Column Units (like 1fr, 200px, or auto) to control track sizing.
  4. Adjust Gaps: Move the Row Gap and Column Gap sliders to set the spacing between your grid items.
  5. Remove Areas: Hover over any created area and click the trash icon to delete it.
  6. Export: Copy the complete CSS block from the Generated CSS panel.

About This Tool

Visual Layout Power

CSS Grid allows for layouts that were previously impossible or required significant hacks. By defining a system of rows and columns, you can create interfaces that remain consistent across screen sizes while maintaining high performance.

Our workbench removes the mental math of grid coordinates, allowing you to focus on the visual hierarchy and design of your application.

FAQ

What is CSS Grid?
CSS Grid Layout is a powerful 2D system for creating web layouts. Unlike Flexbox, which is one-dimensional, Grid handles both rows and columns simultaneously, making it ideal for complex page structures.
How do I create a grid area?
In our workbench, simply click and drag across the grid cells to define a new area. The tool will automatically calculate the row and column start/end points and generate the corresponding CSS.
What are 'fr' units?
The 'fr' unit (fractional unit) represents a fraction of the available space in the grid container. For example, '1fr 2fr' means the second column will be twice as wide as the first.
When should I use Grid vs Flexbox?
Use CSS Grid for overall page layouts or components that require precise control in two dimensions. Use Flexbox for alignment in a single dimension, such as navigation items or centering content inside a box.
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