scroll-snap-type | CSS CSS Properties

Enables scroll snapping on a container, forcing the scroll position to 'snap' to certain elements. It converts a smooth scroll into a stepped, slider-like experience.

Quick example

.carousel-container {
  display: flex;
  overflow-x: auto;
  scroll-snap-type: x mandatory;
  /* ensures the scroll always stops exactly on a child element */
}

Quick facts

Initial value

none

Inherited

Applies to

all elements

Animation type

discrete

Values

noneblockinlinebothmandatoryproximity

scroll-snap-type Browser Support

Widely available Since 2020 95% global usage

This feature is well established and works across many devices and browser versions. It has been available across browsers since 2020.

Safe to use without fallbacks.

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