How to Create Background Image Gradient With CSS
A background image gradient is a gradual transition from one color to another. Background image gradients can be created using a variety of colors, but they are typically most effective when they use a limited color palette.
This article will teach us how to create a background image gradient with CSS.
Create Background Image Gradient With CSS
Background image gradients can be created using a variety of color palette types, including monochromatic, complementary, and analogous colors. You can also create a gradient using any two colors that you choose.
In the below example, we have a light to dark gradient starting at the top of the page. This creates a subtle, effective way to add some visual interest to your site.
Code:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<style>
#grad1 {
height: 200px;
background-color: red; /* For browsers that do not support gradients */
background-image: linear-gradient(red, yellow);
}
</style>
</head>
<body>
<h1>Linear Gradient - Top to Bottom</h1>
<p>This linear gradient starts red at the top, transitioning to yellow at the bottom:</p>
<div id="grad1"></div>
</body>
</html>
Keynotes to Make the Background Image Readable
You can do a few things to create a background image more readable.
- Use a light or neutral background color. This will make the text on the image more visible.
- Use a dark text color on a light background or a light text color on a dark background. This will create the text easier to read.
- Increase the contrast between the text and the background. This makes the text stand out better and easier to read.
Conclusion
There are a few different ways that you can use background image gradients. One way is to add a gradient overlay to your background image.
Another way to use background image gradients is to create a gradient mask. This more advanced method can be very effective if done correctly.
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