CSS
CSS BackgroundsCSS Backgrounds
CSS backgrounds add colors and images behind elements.
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BeginnerLast Updated
Jun 15, 2026Version
v1.0.0Introduction
CSS controls the background area of any HTML element. Developers set solid colors, attach background images, or create smooth gradients. The background properties handle how these images repeat and position.
Example
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Key Points
- The `background-color` property sets a solid color.
- The `background-image` property links an image file.
- The `background-repeat` property prevents tiling.
- The `background-size` property scales the image.