CSS Clip Path Generator
Create stunning shapes and masking effects with CSS clip-path. Design circles, polygons, and custom shapes with live preview and instant CSS output.
Basic Shapes
Preset Shapes
Code Editor
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Preview Shape
Upload an image above
Generated CSS
.element {
clip-path: ;
-webkit-clip-path: ;
}Recommended Settings
Design Best Practices
- •Use clip-path for creative image masking and geometric layouts
- •Combine with transitions for smooth shape morphing effects
- •Consider fallbacks for older browsers (IE11 doesn't support clip-path)
- •Use percentage values for responsive shapes that scale with element size
Performance Tips
- •Clip-path is hardware accelerated and performs well
- •Prefer simple paths over complex polygons for better performance
- •Avoid animating polygon points directly - use transform instead
- •Use will-change: clip-path sparingly for animated elements
Pro Tips
- •Polygon coordinates are in clockwise order starting from top-left
- •Use circle() and ellipse() for curved shapes instead of polygon approximations
- •Inset shapes support border-radius for rounded corners
- •Clip-path affects hit area - clipped regions won't respond to clicks
Most Popular
polygon(50% 0%, 100% 100%, 0% 100%) for triangular image masks
When to Use This Tool
Create unique image shapes for portfolios, product showcases, or creative hero sections. Perfect for breaking away from rectangular image layouts.
Recommended: Creative Designs
Design modern UI with hexagonal grids, diagonal sections, or angular card designs. Great for tech and startup websites.
Recommended: Modern UI
Create unique button shapes, breadcrumb arrows, or custom tab designs. Stand out with non-rectangular interactive elements.
Recommended: UI Components
Apply custom shapes to SVG icons or logo containers. Create badge shapes, speech bubbles, or custom frames.
Recommended: Branding
Animate clip-path for shape morphing, reveal effects, or loading animations. Combine with CSS transitions for smooth effects.
Recommended: Interactions
How It Works
Choose a basic shape or select from preset shapes
Adjust shape parameters using sliders (for basic shapes)
Upload an image to preview the clip-path effect
Use the code editor for custom clip-path values
Preview the effect in real-time
Copy CSS code or download as a file
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between clip-path and border-radius?
Border-radius only creates rounded corners on rectangles, while clip-path can create any shape including circles, polygons, and complex paths. Clip-path is more versatile but has less browser support than border-radius.
Does clip-path affect element layout?
No, clip-path only affects the visual rendering. The element still occupies its original space in the layout. Use transform or shape-outside if you need to affect text wrapping around clipped shapes.
Can I animate clip-path?
Yes! Clip-path can be animated with CSS transitions or animations. However, you can only animate between paths of the same type with the same number of points. Use transform for morphing between different shape types.
What about browser support?
Modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) fully support clip-path. IE11 and older don't support it. Always test on target browsers and consider providing fallback styles or using feature detection.
Should I use polygon or circle/ellipse?
Use circle() and ellipse() for curved shapes - they're simpler and more performant. Use polygon() for angular shapes like triangles, hexagons, or custom paths. Mixing both creates the most versatile designs.
How do I create responsive clip-paths?
Use percentage values instead of pixels. Percentages scale with the element size, making shapes responsive. For complex shapes, consider using CSS custom properties (variables) to adjust shapes at different breakpoints.