max-inline-size

A logical property that sets the maximum size of an element in the inline axis (usually 'width'). It's the logical replacement for 'max-width'.

Quick example

.readable-text {
  /* Caps the width of text to 60ch for better readability logically */
  max-inline-size: 60ch;
}

Quick facts

Initial value
none
Inherited
No
Applies to
same as width and height
Animation type
lpc

Values

max-width

max-inline-size Browser Support

Widely available Since 2021 95% global usage

This feature is well established and works across many devices and browser versions. It has been available across browsers since 2021.

Safe to use without fallbacks.

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