✂️ Clip-Path Generator

Visually create CSS clip-paths. Choose from presets to customize, or drag points to create any shape you want.

Usage and Application Examples

  • Crop website images and sections into polygons, circles, etc.
  • Select a basic shape from the presets and fine-tune it
  • Intuitive shape editing by dragging points in the preview area
  • Use for clipping hero images and profile images

What is Clip-Path Generator?

Clip-Path Generator is a visual CSS tool for creating complex shapes without needing images or multiple elements. Supporting four modes—polygon, circle, ellipse, and inset—it enables designers to craft any shape imaginable. With over 12 preset shapes included, this tool transforms complex geometric designs into simple, clean CSS code that's lightweight, scalable, and resolution-independent.

How to Use

Select your desired clip-path mode from the four options. For polygon mode, click on the canvas to add points defining your shape's outline. Drag existing points to refine the shape in real-time. Circle and ellipse modes let you adjust radius and center position through intuitive controls. Inset mode defines rectangular clips with variable edge distances. The tool instantly generates the corresponding CSS clip-path code, which you can copy and paste directly into your stylesheet.

Use Cases

Clip-Path Generator excels in multiple web design scenarios:
• Hero section images: Create unique image shapes that break from rectangular layouts
• Brand-specific shapes: Customize shapes matching your logo or design system
• Animated reveals: Layer clipped elements for engaging visual transitions
• Portfolio showcases: Display work samples in distinctive, memorable shapes

Tips & Insights

CSS clip-path performs better than image masking because it uses pure CSS without additional HTTP requests. All modern browsers support clip-path, though older Internet Explorer versions don't. Complex polygons with many points may impact performance on low-end devices—consider simplifying shapes when targeting mobile users. The generated code is production-ready and requires no image assets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clip-path?

clip-path is a CSS property that allows the display area of an element to be clipped in any shape. 4 basic functions are available: polygon, circle, ellipse, and inset.

What shapes can you make?

More than 12 presets are available, including triangles, trapezoids, rhombuses, stars, and arrows. You can also drag points to create free polygons.

What is the status of browser support for clip-path?

clip-path is widely supported by all major modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge); it is not yet supported by IE11, but can be used almost without problems in current web development.

How do I add points in polygon mode?

Points are added by clicking on the preview area. Existing points can be moved by dragging, and X/Y coordinates can be fine-tuned numerically from the point list.

What is the INSET mode?

INSET is a mode of rectangle clipping. You can specify top, bottom, left, and right margins and border-radius to clip an element with rounded corners rectangle.

How will you use the generated code?

You can use the "Copy CSS" button to copy it to the clipboard and paste it directly into the style of the target element in the CSS file. Example: .element { clip-path: polygon(...) ; }

Can I use clip-path for CSS animations and transitions?

Yes, clip-path works great with CSS animations and keyframes for creating dynamic shape-morphing effects. You can animate between different clip-path values to create flowing shape transitions. However, performance varies depending on browser hardware, so test on target devices.

How do I export the generated CSS code?

The generator displays the complete CSS code in a code panel on the right side. You can click the copy button to copy all code to your clipboard, then paste it directly into your CSS file. The code is ready to use with proper vendor prefixes for browser compatibility.

What's the practical difference between polygon mode and circle/ellipse modes?

Polygon mode gives you complete control with individual points for complex, irregular shapes. Circle and ellipse modes are simpler for round shapes, requiring only radius and position parameters. Use polygon for custom shapes and circle/ellipse when you need perfect mathematical circles or ovals.

Can I create a circular image using clip-path?

Yes, use the circle mode and set the radius to 50% to create a perfect circular crop of your image. Position it at '50% 50%' to center the circle on your image. This is one of the most common uses for clip-path in web design.

Can I combine multiple clip-paths on the same element?

No, CSS only allows one clip-path per element, as multiple clip-paths would intersect and create ambiguous shapes. If you need multiple clipping effects, apply different clip-paths to nested elements instead. This technique works well for layered clipping effects.

What happens if I use negative percentage values in clip-path?

Negative values extend the clipping area beyond the element's boundaries, which can create interesting effects. However, content will still be clipped at the element's edges by default. Using negative values is less common but can be useful for creative designs.