📏 Spacing Scale Generator
Generate consistent CSS spacing scales for margins, padding, and layout gaps.
About Spacing Scale Generator
Create systematic spacing scales for your CSS projects. Define base units and ratios to generate consistent margin, padding, and gap values that maintain visual rhythm throughout your design system.
Features
- Base unit and ratio control
- Generate multiple spacing values
- CSS custom properties output
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use a spacing scale?
A spacing scale ensures consistent white space throughout your design, creating visual rhythm and hierarchy while reducing decision fatigue during development.
What is a good base spacing unit?
A base unit of 4px or 8px is common. From there, spacing values multiply: 4px, 8px, 16px, 24px, 32px, 48px, 64px create a versatile spacing scale.
How to implement spacing in CSS?
Define spacing as CSS custom properties: --space-xs, --space-sm, --space-md, --space-lg, --space-xl. Use these consistently for margin, padding, and gap values.