CSS grid-template Property
Shorthand for grid-template-rows, grid-template-columns, and grid-template-areas
Syntax
grid-template: none | <grid-template-rows> / <grid-template-columns>;Values
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| none | No explicit template |
| <rows> / <columns> | Defines rows and columns together |
Example
.layout {
display: grid;
grid-template: auto 1fr auto / 200px 1fr;
}Understanding CSS grid-template
The CSS grid-template property shorthand for grid-template-rows, grid-template-columns, and grid-template-areas. As part of the Grid module in CSS, it is one of the most commonly used properties for controlling the visual presentation of web pages.
You can set grid-template to values such as none, <rows> / <columns>, among others. Each value changes how the browser renders the affected element, giving you fine-grained control over your page layout and design. Choosing the right value depends on the specific design requirements of your project.
Common use cases for the grid-template property include responsive web design, component-based layouts, and creating visually consistent interfaces across devices. It works closely with related properties like grid-template-rows, grid-template-columns, grid-template-areas to achieve complex styling effects. Understanding how these properties interact helps you write cleaner, more maintainable stylesheets.
Browser support for grid-template is excellent across all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For older browsers, consider using fallback values or progressive enhancement strategies. The property can also be set dynamically via JavaScript using element.style.gridTemplate or the CSS custom properties (variables) approach for theming.
Related Properties
grid-template-rowsDefines the number and sizes of rows in a grid layout
grid-template-columnsDefines the number and sizes of columns in a grid layout
grid-template-areasSpecifies named grid areas establishing cells and assigning names
gridShorthand for all explicit and implicit grid properties in a single declaration
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