🔲 CSS Grid Generator

Visually create CSS Grid layouts. You can set columns, rows, gaps, and alignment, and select preset layouts.

preview

Span setting for item 1

Grid setting

10px
10px

Preset Layout

generation code

Usage and Application Examples

  • Visual design of website page layouts
  • Customize by selecting a standard layout from the presets
  • Expand items by setting grid-column / grid-row span
  • Use the generated CSS and HTML code as-is for your project

What is CSS Grid Generator?

CSS Grid Generator is a visual tool for designing responsive grid layouts without writing grid code manually. It allows you to define rows, columns, gutters, and alignment settings through an intuitive GUI, then generates production-ready CSS. The tool includes preset layouts (sidebar, masonry, dashboard) as starting points, making it perfect for both beginners learning grid concepts and professionals rapidly prototyping complex layouts.

How to Use

Start by selecting a preset layout or setting up rows and columns manually. Define the number of columns (e.g., 3 or 12) and their sizing—use flexible units like 1fr for equal-width columns or specific measurements like 200px for fixed widths. Set gaps between cells to control spacing. Arrange preset grid items to visualize the layout, then toggle responsive behavior to see how the grid adapts at different breakpoints. Adjust alignment properties (justify-items, align-items) to control content positioning within cells. Copy the generated CSS and HTML structure directly into your project.

Use Cases

Web designers create dashboard layouts with a sidebar (fixed width) and main content area (flexible) using grid's template-columns feature. Blog layouts use CSS Grid to arrange featured posts, thumbnails, and sidebars in a single layout declaration. E-commerce product grids adapt from 1 column on mobile to 4 columns on desktop using media queries generated by the tool. Portfolio sites arrange project cards with consistent spacing and aspect ratios. Content management systems use this tool to prototype admin interfaces where multiple panels need precise alignment.

Tips & Insights

CSS Grid excels at two-dimensional layouts; for single-row components, Flexbox is often simpler. Use `auto-fit` and `auto-fill` with `minmax()` for truly responsive grids without media queries. Grid lines can be numbered or named, making code more readable. The `gap` property replaced `grid-gap` in CSS Grid Level 2 for broader application. Nested grids allow sub-grids within grid items for complex hierarchies. Mobile-first design means starting with single-column layouts, then expanding to multi-column grids at larger breakpoints. Experiment with `grid-template-areas` for named regions, making layouts visual and maintainable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSS Grid?

CSS Grid is a two-dimensional layout system for CSS. It allows items to be placed in both rows and columns, and complex layouts can be achieved with simple code. display: grid is used by specifying a container.

What is fr unit?

fr stands for fraction, a unit used in the CSS Grid. It distributes the available space in a ratio. For example, specifying 1fr 2fr will divide the space in a ratio of 1:2.

What is grid-template-areas?

grid-template-areas is a CSS property that defines named grid areas. The layout can be described visually, and the areas are specified by strings such as 'header header' 'sidebar main' 'footer footer'.

How do I use the gap property?

The gap property specifies the gap between grid items. column-gap specifies the gap between columns, row-gap specifies the gap between rows, and gap can be used to specify both at once. units such as px, rem, and % can be used.

What is the difference between CSS Grid and Flexbox?

Flexbox is suitable for one-dimensional layout (either rows or columns), while CSS Grid is suitable for two-dimensional layout (both rows and columns). It is common to use Grid for layout of the entire page and Flexbox for placement within components.

Is the data secure?

Yes. This tool runs only in the browser and does not send any data to the server. All settings and codes entered are processed locally.

How do I make a responsive grid without media queries?

Use auto-fit or auto-fill with minmax(min-width, 1fr) to automatically adjust the number of columns based on available space. This creates a fluid, responsive layout that adapts seamlessly to any screen size.

Can grid items overlap each other?

Yes, you can position items at specific grid lines using grid-column and grid-row to create layered, overlapping layouts. This is useful for creative designs and complex component arrangements.

How do I center content within grid cells?

Use place-items: center to both horizontally and vertically center all content within grid cells. You can also use place-self for individual item alignment within the grid.

Can individual grid items span different numbers of columns?

Yes, each item can have its own grid-column span value, allowing flexible asymmetrical layouts where some items occupy more space than others within the same grid.

What's the difference between auto-fit and auto-fill?

auto-fit collapses empty tracks to save space, while auto-fill keeps them visible. Use auto-fit for responsive layouts where you want items to stretch and fill gaps naturally.

Does CSS Grid work on older browsers?

Grid is supported in modern browsers but not in IE11. Use @supports queries to provide Flexbox fallbacks for legacy browser support while maintaining a clean layout.