Lesson 23 of 2688%
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CSS
Beginner
15 min
CSS Variables
Store and reuse CSS values.
Learning Objectives
- Custom properties
CSS Variables
Welcome to this lesson on CSS Variables. CSS is powerful, and mastering css variables is essential for creating beautiful web applications.
Explanation
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) dictates the presentation of the HTML document. When applying these rules, the browser calculates the computed styles and paints them to the screen.
Syntax / Structure
Here is a common CSS rule related to this concept:
--primary-color: #007bff;
}
.button {
background-color: var(--primary-color);
}\n```
### Practical Example
To truly master this, combine it with a solid HTML foundation.
<Callout type="tip">
**Best Practice:** Always try to keep your CSS organized and modular. Use classes instead of IDs for styling when possible!
</Callout>
### Try It Yourself
Open the BrowserCode playground and test these CSS properties on real HTML elements.
<TryItButton />
### Key Takeaways
- Be mindful of CSS specificity.
- Modern CSS reduces the need for complex hacks.