The Intrinsic and Container-Based Sizing pattern
Explore intrinsic and container-based sizing techniques in CSS that enable elements to adapt dynamically to their content or container size. Learn how to use properties like min-content and container queries to build modular, maintainable interfaces that respond naturally without fixed dimensions.
The Intrinsic and Container-Based Sizing allows elements to adapt naturally to their content or surrounding container. This makes interfaces more flexible, modular, and maintainable—especially useful in responsive design where fixed dimensions often lead to breakage or visual imbalance.
How the pattern works
Intrinsic sizing uses properties like min-content, max-content, fit-content, and auto to ...