CSS Clip-Path Generator
This clip-path crafter is a polygon-focused editor for building custom masks with precise coordinate control. Instead of guessing points manually, you can add, move, and fine-tune vertices while watching a live preview of the resulting shape on an image or block. The tool outputs production-ready CSS using clip-path: polygon(...), so you can paste directly into a component stylesheet. It is useful for hero cutouts, angled section dividers, avatar crops, and decorative cards that need non-rectangular boundaries. You can iterate quickly, compare variants, and keep reusable shape presets for consistent layout work. The workflow emphasizes deterministic layout, grid, and vector geometry, with clear coordinate output for debugging and team handoff.
Live Preview
Upload an image or use a solid color to see how the clip-path mask works
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How to Use This Tool
- Select a shape preset from the dropdown menu to see common polygon patterns instantly
- Upload an image (optional) to preview how the clip-path mask will crop your content
- Copy the CSS code and paste it into your stylesheet to apply the clipping effect to any element
Why This Method?
The clip-path CSS property creates non-rectangular shapes by defining a clipping region that shows only part of an element. The polygon() function accepts coordinate pairs as percentages, making shapes fully responsive. For example, polygon(50% 0%, 100% 100%, 0% 100%) creates a triangle by connecting three points.
Unlike border-radius or image editing software, clip-path is a pure CSS solution that works on any HTML element (text, images, divs). It maintains sharp edges, supports animations via CSS transitions, and preserves accessibility because the underlying content remains in the DOM. This tool provides proven presets that solve common design patterns while outputting clean, production-ready code.