CSS Transforms

Move, rotate, scale and skew elements.

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The transform property changes the shape and position of an element without affecting the layout around it.

translate(x, y): move.
rotate(45deg): rotate.
scale(1.5): resize.
skew(10deg, 5deg): slant.

Several functions can be combined: transform: translateX(20px) rotate(10deg);. 3D transforms such as rotateY() also exist.

Key Takeaways: CSS Transforms

Mastering CSS Transforms helps you write clean and reliable CSS code. Follow standard conventions, test edge cases, and keep logic simple. Try running the code example below and complete the exercises to build confidence.

CSS Transforms Code Example

CSS

<style>
  .row { display: flex; gap: 30px; padding: 30px; }
  .box { width: 80px; height: 80px; background: #2563EB; color: white; display: grid; place-items: center; border-radius: 10px; font: 12px Arial; }
  .t1 { transform: translateY(20px); }
  .t2 { transform: rotate(30deg); background: #14B8A6; }
  .t3 { transform: scale(1.3); background: #E34F26; }
  .t4 { transform: skew(15deg, 5deg); background: #EAB308; }
</style>

<div class="row">
  <div class="box t1">translate</div>
  <div class="box t2">rotate</div>
  <div class="box t3">scale</div>
  <div class="box t4">skew</div>
</div>

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CSS Transforms Practice Exercises

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Rotate the element by 45 degrees.

.box {
  transform: (45deg);
}

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Multiple choice

Which transform function makes an element larger?

scale() translate() rotate() skew()

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Code challenge

Scale the box to twice its size using transform.

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