Gradient
A gradient is a smooth change between colors or transparency. It can follow a line, circle, angle, or mesh.
Another example
A soft radial gradient guides the eye to the product preview. Text contrast stays strong.
Main parts
- 01Content surface
- 02Distinct visual treatment
- 03Action and readability check
Use it when
Use it to suggest light, depth, direction, or a planned brand mood.
Do not use it when
Avoid muddy mixes, visible bands, or key text where background contrast keeps changing.
Name used in code
linear-gradient() / radial-gradient() Before you ship
Check content order, shared design values, component consistency, contrast, zoom, and layout changes by screen size. Verify every theme, language, and state. If there is motion, offer an equal reduced-motion experience.
Outcome: Use or define Gradient to make the visual experience clear and easy to use. User context: A soft radial gradient guides the eye to the product preview. Text contrast stays strong. Design concept to apply: Gradient. Why it fits: Use it to suggest light, depth, direction, or a planned brand mood. Do not use it when: Avoid muddy mixes, visible bands, or key text where background contrast keeps changing. Design requirements: Set the content order, shared design values, and reusable components. Define how the layout changes by screen size and state. Keep useful design choices separate from decoration. Inclusion and resilience: Check contrast, zoom, languages, themes, and reduced motion when needed. Do not use color or effects as the only way to show meaning. Acceptance criteria: The design stays clear on phones and desktops, at zoom, in every theme, and in all supported languages. Interactive states stay clear and consistent. Evidence and limits (evidence boundary): A formal document may still be a draft, release candidate, or final version. Check its status and browser or platform support. Unknowns to confirm: Brand limits, amount of content, supported themes and languages, target devices, and design-system rules.
Check this request
Review the current use of Gradient. Definition: A gradient is a smooth change between colors or transparency. It can follow a line, circle, angle, or mesh. Release checks: Check content order, shared design values, component consistency, contrast, zoom, and layout changes by screen size. Verify every theme, language, and state. If there is motion, offer an equal reduced-motion experience. Before changing code, report the evidence you found, gaps, severity, and the smallest safe fix.