In this example, we set the background-image
property of the body
element to the URL of an image file hosted on a remote server. We also add the background-size
and background-repeat
properties to control the size and repetition of the image, and set the height of the body
element to 100% of the viewport height to fill the screen.
Explanation
The background-image
property sets an image as a background of an element and is typically used with HTML elements like body
, div
, header
, footer
, etc. The url()
property sets the path of the desired image.
The background-size
property sets the size of the background image, while the background-repeat
property controls how the image is repeated. In this example, we set background-size: cover;
to scale the image to cover the entire background, and background-repeat: no-repeat;
to prevent the image from repeating.
Use
Using a background image with CSS is a great way to add visual interest and branding to your website or web application. You can use the background-image
property in conjunction with other CSS properties to adjust the size, position, and repeat pattern of the image.
Important Points
- The
background-image
property requires the url()
function to specify the path to the image.
- The
background-size
and background-repeat
properties can be used to control the size and repetition of the image.
Summary
The background-image
property in CSS offers a powerful way to add visual interest and brand identity to your webpages and web applications. With its simple syntax and rich customization options, it provides a versatile tool for developers and designers alike. Try it out on your next project to see what it can do for you!