transition
A shorthand property that allows you to define the transition between two states of an element's properties, making the change smooth rather than instant.
Quick example
.btn {
transition: background-color 0.3s ease-in-out;
}
.btn:hover {
background-color: var(--accent);
}Quick facts
Initial value
See individual propertiesInherited
No
Applies to
all elements and pseudo-elements
Animation type
notAnimatable
transition 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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