The Importance of Modern Layouts

Flexbox and CSS Grid have revolutionized how we structure web pages, replacing older, more cumbersome float-based systems. Integrating these into your theme's style sheets is non-negotiable.

Flexbox for One-Dimensional Control

Flexbox is ideal for aligning navigation bars, footers, or small component groups. We show examples of setting `display: flex` within a theme's custom CSS area.

Grid for Two-Dimensional Architecture

CSS Grid is the backbone for overall page structure. Learn how to define grid templates that adapt beautifully across desktop, tablet, and mobile views, often requiring only a few lines of code to redefine layout breakpoints.

ThemeLower Tip: Use Theme Variables for Grid Definitions

If your platform supports CSS variables, define your grid columns and gaps there. This allows you to alter the entire site structure globally through a single setting.