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What is the Gradient Generator Pro?

Gradient Generator Pro is an advanced CSS design tool that goes beyond standard linear gradients. It incorporates non-linear easing curves (like Ease-In, Ease-Out, and Cubic) to create smoother, more natural color transitions that eliminate the "hard edge" often seen in standard CSS gradients.

Why Use Eased Gradients?

In the real world, light and shadow rarely fall in a perfectly linear fashion. Standard CSS gradients often look artificial because they transition at a constant rate. Eased gradients:

• Look Premium: They mimic natural lighting falloff, giving your UI a more polished, high-end look.
• Reduce Banding: Smoother distribution of color stops can help reduce visual banding on lower-quality screens.
• Enhance Depth: Using easing on semi-transparent overlays can create more convincing depth and focus.

How to Use This Tool

1. Choose Colors: Add start and end colors, or insert multiple stops for complex effects.
2. Select Easing: Pick an easing curve (e.g., 'Ease Out Cubic') to control how the color transitions.
3. Adjust Precision: Increase precision to generate more CSS stops for a smoother result (note: adds more code).
4. Export: Copy the generated CSS code directly into your stylesheet, or download the gradient as an image.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does it work in CSS?
Since CSS doesn't support native gradient easing yet, this tool mathematically calculates intermediate color stops to approximate the curve. The output is a standard `linear-gradient` with multiple stops.

Will this affect performance?
The generated CSS is lightweight. While it contains more color stops than a simple gradient, the impact on rendering performance is negligible for modern browsers.