background-color
Sets the background color of an element. It fills the space behind the content, padding, and border of the element.
Quick example
.hero-banner {
background-color: #f8fafc;
/* sets a subtle light-gray background */
}Quick facts
Initial value
transparentInherited
No
Applies to
all elements
Animation type
color
background-color Browser Support
Widely available Since 2015 96% global usage
This feature is well established and works across many devices and browser versions. It has been available across browsers since 2015.
Safe to use without fallbacks.
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