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A smooth, continuous transition between two or more colors across a defined space.
Gradients can be linear (transitioning along a straight line), radial (transitioning outward from a center point), or conic (transitioning around a center point). In CSS, they are implemented as background-image values using linear-gradient(), radial-gradient(), and conic-gradient() functions. Gradients add depth, dimension, and visual interest to designs. Modern design trends favor subtle gradients for backgrounds and bold, multicolor gradients for branding (as seen with Instagram and Firefox). When creating gradients between certain color pairs, desaturated or muddy midpoints can occur; using OKLCH interpolation helps maintain vivid colors throughout the transition.
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