CSS Grid vs Flexbox: When to Use Which
January 8, 2024
Emma Thompson
Master the differences between CSS Grid and Flexbox to choose the right layout method for your design needs.
CSS
Layout
Grid
Flexbox
Web Design
CSS Grid and Flexbox are both powerful layout systems, but they serve different purposes.
Flexbox: One-Dimensional Layouts
Flexbox excels at:
• Navigation bars • Card layouts • Centering content • Distributing space along a single axis
CSS Grid: Two-Dimensional Layouts
Grid is perfect for:
• Complex page layouts • Image galleries • Dashboard interfaces • Magazine-style layouts
The most powerful approach often involves using both: Grid for overall page structure and Flexbox for component-level layouts.