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Radial Gradient Generator

Visual editor for CSS radial gradients. Pick circle or ellipse shape, set center position (top-left, center, custom %), and adjust color stops radiating outward. Copy clean CSS ready to use.

When to use this

Use for: spotlight effects on hero images, button glow effects, card highlight backgrounds, mimicking sphere / orb shading, creating dramatic background centers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between circle and ellipse?

Circle: gradient radiates in a perfect circle (radius equal in all directions). Ellipse: radiates in an oval (radius can differ horizontally vs vertically). Use circle for symmetric glows; use ellipse when the container is non-square and you want the gradient to match.

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Other targeted versions of this tool — each tuned for a specific use case.

Or use the main CSS Gradient Generator if your use case isn't covered above.