Responsive layouts use flexible grids that adjust automatically to different screen sizes.
Instead of fixed widths, modern layouts use CSS Grid and Flexbox to create flexible structures.
These techniques allow websites to look good on mobile, tablet, and desktop without rewriting HTML.
This Flexbox layout automatically wraps boxes when space is limited.
Each box stays readable on all screen sizes.
CSS Grid makes responsive layouts even easier.
The number of columns changes automatically based on screen width.
This layout switches from two columns to one column on smaller screens.
This pattern is commonly used in blogs and dashboards.
Best practices for responsive layouts
- Use flexible units instead of fixed pixels
- Combine Grid and Flexbox wisely
- Test layouts on multiple screen sizes
Flexbox is perfect for responsive rows of cards and feature sections.
Practice task
Create a layout and:
- Build one section using Flexbox
- Build another section using Grid
- Add a breakpoint to change layout
- Test responsiveness
Next lesson
In the next page, you will learn about responsive images and media.