What is the CSS Border Radius Generator?
The border-radius property in CSS allows developers to easily add rounded corners to elements. However, visualizing complex, asymmetrical curves can be difficult when writing code from scratch. Our CSS Border Radius Generator provides an interactive visual interface to easily configure edge curvatures using pixels (px) or percentages (%), giving you real-time visual feedback and ready-to-use CSS output.
How to Create Rounded Corners
Design custom shapes in seconds by following these simple steps:
Select Your Unit
Choose between pixels (px) for absolute curves or percentages (%) for responsive, fluid curves that scale with the element's size.
Adjust the Sliders
Toggle the "Linked" option to adjust all corners equally, or unlink them to create unique, asymmetrical shapes by dragging individual sliders.
Copy the Code
Preview your custom shape in real-time. Once you are satisfied, click the "Copy" button to grab the clean CSS code for your project.
Key Features
Interactive Preview
See the exact output of your border-radius modifications instantly without needing to refresh your browser or IDE.
Independent Controls
Break the link between corners to craft asymmetrical cards, message bubbles, tabs, and more.
Quick Presets
Access common utility radii (Small, Medium, Large, Pill shape) with a single click to speed up your workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between px and % in border-radius?
Pixels (px) create a static curve that remains exactly the same regardless of the element's width and height. Percentages (%) create an elliptical curve based on the element's dimensions, allowing the curve to scale responsively.
How do I make a perfect circle using CSS?
To create a perfect circle, the element must have an equal width and height (a square), and the border-radius should be set to 50% on all sides.
Why are there 8 values in some border-radius rules?
Advanced border-radius properties can contain a slash (/) to define horizontal and vertical radii independently (e.g., 10px / 20px), allowing for complex elliptical shapes.
How does the shorthand CSS syntax work?
If you provide one value, it applies to all corners. Two values apply to top-left/bottom-right and top-right/bottom-left. Four values apply strictly clockwise: top-left, top-right, bottom-right, bottom-left.
Does border-radius affect the element's hit area?
Yes, for pointer events like clicks and hovers, the hit area respects the rounded corners. Clicks outside the visual rounded edge will not trigger events on that element.