Clip Path Generator

Generate CSS clip-path shapes. Create circles, ellipses, polygons, and inset shapes for creative layouts and image masks.

Clip Path Generator

Preview

CSS Code

clip-path: circle(50% at 50% 50%);

About Clip Path

CSS clip-path creates clipping regions to show only parts of an element:

  • Circle: Circular clipping region
  • Ellipse: Elliptical clipping region
  • Polygon: Custom polygonal shapes
  • Inset: Inset rectangle with optional rounded corners

💡 Tip: Use clip-path for creative shapes, image masks, and unique layouts.

What It Does

A Clip Path Generator creates CSS clip-path shapes to mask and clip elements into custom shapes. This powerful tool supports four shape types: circles, ellipses, polygons, and inset rectangles. Clip paths allow you to create unique layouts, image masks, and creative shapes without using images or complex CSS tricks. The generator provides visual controls for each shape type, allowing you to adjust dimensions, positions, and polygon points with real-time preview. Perfect for creating modern web designs with non-rectangular elements, image galleries with custom shapes, or creative UI components. All generated clip paths are pure CSS, making them scalable, responsive, and lightweight.

Key Features:

  • Generate four clip-path shape types: circle, ellipse, polygon, inset
  • Visual controls for shape dimensions and positions
  • Polygon point editor with add/remove functionality
  • Real-time preview of clipped shapes
  • Percentage and pixel-based positioning
  • Inset shapes with optional rounded corners
  • One-click copy of generated CSS code
  • Perfect for image masks and creative layouts

How To Use

Creating clip paths is intuitive. Choose a shape type, adjust the controls, and see the result in real-time.

1

Select Shape Type

Choose from circle, ellipse, polygon, or inset. Each shape type has different controls and use cases.

2

Adjust Shape Parameters

Use the sliders and controls to adjust the shape. For circles/ellipses, set radius and center position. For polygons, adjust point positions. For inset, set margins and optional rounding.

3

Edit Polygon Points

For polygon shapes, add or remove points, and adjust each point's X and Y position. The preview updates as you modify points.

4

Copy CSS Code

When satisfied with the shape, click "Copy" to get the clip-path CSS code. Apply it to any element to create the clipping effect.

Pro Tips

  • •Use percentage values for responsive clip paths
  • •Polygon shapes require at least 3 points
  • •Clip paths work great for image galleries and cards
  • •Combine with hover effects for interactive designs
  • •Test clip paths on different screen sizes

Benefits

Creates unique, non-rectangular layouts
Pure CSS solution - no images needed
Fully responsive and scalable
Lightweight and performant
Easy to animate and modify

Use Cases

Image Galleries

Create image galleries with custom clip-path shapes for unique, modern layouts.

Card Designs

Design creative cards and layouts with non-rectangular shapes using clip-path.

Image Masks

Apply non-rectangular image masks to photos and graphics for artistic effects.

Modern Web Design

Add modern web design elements with custom shapes and creative layouts.

Interactive Components

Create interactive UI components with hover effects and shape animations.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 What's the difference between clip-path and border-radius?
Border-radius creates rounded corners on rectangular elements. Clip-path can create any shape (circles, polygons, complex paths) and actually clips/masks the element content, not just rounds corners. Clip-path is more powerful but less widely supported in older browsers.
2 Can I animate clip-path?
Yes! Clip-path is animatable. You can transition between different clip-path values to create shape morphing effects. However, animating complex polygons may be less performant than simple shapes.
3 Do clip paths work in all browsers?
Clip-path has good modern browser support (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). Older browsers may not support it. Consider providing a fallback or using feature detection. The basic shapes (circle, ellipse, inset) have better support than polygon.

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