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CSS Column Generator | Multi-Column Layout Tool - CSSKit

Free CSS column generator. Create multi-column text layouts with column count, gap, rule, and width controls. Copy CSS multi-column code instantly.

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30px
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.multi-column {
  column-count: 3;
  column-gap: 30px;
  column-rule: 1px solid #d1d5db;
}

What is CSS Column Generator?

CSS Column Generator is a free online tool for creating CSS multi-column text layouts. Configure column count, gap, width, and divider rules visually, with a live preview of flowing text content and instant CSS code generation.

How to Use CSS Column Generator

Set the number of columns using the column count slider. Adjust the gap between columns. Optionally add a column rule (divider line) by setting its width, style, and color. Set the column width for a responsive approach. See the multi-column text layout update in real time. Copy the generated CSS.

How CSS Column Generator Works

The tool configures CSS multi-column layout properties: column-count (number of columns), column-gap (space between columns), column-rule (divider line style), and column-width (minimum column width). The preview shows sample text flowing across the configured columns in real time.

Common Use Cases

  • Creating newspaper-style text layouts
  • Building magazine-style article pages
  • Designing multi-column FAQ sections
  • Creating balanced text flow across columns
  • Building responsive text column layouts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSS multi-column layout?▼

CSS multi-column layout allows content to flow into multiple columns, similar to newspaper layouts. It uses properties like column-count, column-gap, column-width, and column-rule.

What is the difference between column-count and column-width?▼

column-count sets a fixed number of columns. column-width sets the ideal minimum width, letting the browser determine the number of columns. Using both together, column-count acts as a maximum.

Can I add dividers between columns?▼

Yes, the column-rule property adds a line between columns. You can set its width, style (solid, dashed, dotted, etc.), and color, similar to the border shorthand.

Does CSS multi-column work in all browsers?▼

Yes, CSS multi-column layout is well supported in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

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