Radial Gradient Generator - Free Online Tool
Design circular and elliptical gradients that radiate from a center point. Ideal for spotlight effects, buttons, and decorative elements.
What is a Radial Gradient?
A radial gradient creates a smooth color transition that radiates outward from a center point. Unlike linear gradients that follow a straight line, radial gradients spread in all directions, creating circular or elliptical patterns.
Shape and Position Control
Our tool gives you full control over your radial gradients:
- Choose between circle and ellipse shapes
- Set custom center position (X/Y percentages)
- Add multiple color stops for complex effects
- Export in multiple formats (CSS, PNG, SVG)
Popular Use Cases
- Spotlight and vignette effects
- Circular button backgrounds
- Radial backgrounds for cards
- Sunburst and glow effects
- Planet and sphere illustrations
CSS Syntax Examples
/* Circle gradient from center */
background: radial-gradient(circle at 50% 50%, #ff6b6b 0%, #4ecdc4 100%);
/* Ellipse gradient with custom position */
background: radial-gradient(ellipse at 30% 70%, #f7dc6f 0%, #6c5ce7 100%);
/* Multi-stop radial */
background: radial-gradient(circle, #ffecd2 0%, #fcb69f 50%, #d94f3d 100%);Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CSS gradient?
A CSS gradient is a smooth transition between two or more colors. CSS supports linear gradients (straight lines), radial gradients (circles/ellipses), conic gradients (around a center point), and mesh gradients (freeform blending).
How do I export gradients for Tailwind CSS?
Use our Tailwind export tab to get the exact configuration code. Copy it to your tailwind.config.js file under theme.extend.backgroundImage, then use the custom gradient class in your HTML.
Can I download gradients as PNG images?
Yes! Click the PNG button to download your gradient as a high-resolution 1200×800 pixel image suitable for backgrounds, presentations, or design projects.
Are the generated gradients compatible with all browsers?
Our generator creates standard CSS3 gradients compatible with all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Conic gradients work in all current browser versions.
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