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Grid layout examples

Use these grid layout to learn the pattern, copy a working snippet, and adapt it to your own front-end project.

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Pattern

Copy-ready grid layout examples with five practical snippets, clear explanations, common mistakes and related CSS examples.

This page focuses on small examples that are easy to paste into a test file, understand, and adjust.

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5 practical examples

1

Responsive card grid

Make cards wrap automatically by available width.

.grid {
  display: grid;
  gap: 1rem;
  grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(240px, 1fr));
}

Use this as a starting point, then rename classes, variables and labels to match your project.

2

Two column grid

Use a fixed sidebar and fluid content area.

.layout {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: 260px minmax(0, 1fr);
  gap: 2rem;
}

Use this as a starting point, then rename classes, variables and labels to match your project.

3

Centered grid area

Center content with CSS grid.

.center {
  min-height: 60vh;
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
}

Use this as a starting point, then rename classes, variables and labels to match your project.

4

Dashboard grid

Create a dashboard layout with repeated KPI cards.

.dashboard {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0, 1fr));
  gap: 1rem;
}

Use this as a starting point, then rename classes, variables and labels to match your project.

5

Named grid areas

Use named areas for readable page layouts.

.page {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-areas: "header header" "nav main" "footer footer";
}

Use this as a starting point, then rename classes, variables and labels to match your project.

Common mistakes to avoid

Copying a snippet without changing class names, selectors, or labels for your page.
Testing only on a desktop screen and missing mobile behavior.
Forgetting accessibility details such as labels, focus states, and meaningful text.

FAQ

Can I copy these examples?

Yes. They are written as practical starting points you can copy, study and adapt.

Are these examples beginner-friendly?

Yes. Each page keeps the examples small and explains when the pattern is useful.