CSS Clip-Path Generator & Polygon Maker

Create custom geometric shapes, angled section dividers, and polygon masks with visual draggable points and instant CSS code.

Popular Shape Presets

Drag any blue handle (1-3) to adjust shape

Preview Backdrop

Coordinates (% X, Y)3 vertices

X: 50%Y: 0%

X: 0%Y: 100%

X: 100%Y: 100%

CSS clip-pathCross-browser compatible

clip-path: polygon(50% 0%, 0% 100%, 100% 100%);
-webkit-clip-path: polygon(50% 0%, 0% 100%, 100% 100%);

How CSS Polygon Clipping Works

The polygon() function accepts a comma-separated list of coordinate pairs representing vertices on a 2D plane. Each pair defines an X and Y position expressed as percentages relative to the element's bounding box (where 0% 0% is top-left and 100% 100% is bottom-right).

Clip-Path vs Border-Radius

While border-radius is restricted to rounded rectangles and elliptical corners, clip-path gives you absolute geometric freedom to cut sharp angles, complex multi-point stars, diagonals, and non-rectangular cards without SVG wrappers or background image hacks.

Practical Clip-Path Applications

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Hero Section Slanted & Diagonal Dividers
Break free from traditional rectangular website sections by applying angled polygon clip-paths to section banners and hero images.
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Custom Avatar Shapes & Profile Masks
Mask user avatars and founder photos into modern hexagons, diamonds, or rounded polygons without loading bloated PNG transparency files.
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Callout Badges & Promotional Ribbons
Design eye-catching chevrons, speech bubbles, and discount flag banners purely with native CSS and zero extra DOM markup.
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Interactive Hover Morphing Effects
Transition the clip-path property smoothly on `:hover` to animate a flat button or card into a dynamic diamond or organic shape.

Key Generator Features

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Visual Drag-and-Drop Control Points

Click and drag any numbered vertex handle directly on the interactive preview canvas with real-time percentage coordinate updates.

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Pre-Built Geometric Shape Library

Start instantly with tested presets including Triangle, Hexagon, Star, Message Bubble, Chevron, Trapezoid, and Rhombus.

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Cross-Browser Code Output

Generates both standard `clip-path` and WebKit-prefixed `-webkit-clip-path` properties for full compatibility across Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.

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Dynamic Background Testing

Preview how your custom polygon masks look over vibrant linear gradients, dark themes, or real-world high-resolution photography.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CSS clip-path property?

The CSS `clip-path` property creates a clipping region that sets what part of an HTML element should be visible. Anything inside the clipping path is rendered, while parts outside the coordinate boundary are hidden completely without altering the layout flow.

Is clip-path supported by modern browsers?

Yes, CSS `clip-path` with the `polygon()` function has over 97% global browser support across modern versions of Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox, and mobile browsers. Adding the `-webkit-clip-path` fallback ensures full iOS Safari support.

Can I animate CSS clip-path shapes?

Yes! You can animate or transition `clip-path` using standard CSS transitions or `@keyframes`. The only requirement for smooth interpolation is that both keyframe states must have the exact same number of polygon coordinate points.

Does clipping affect mouse click events?

Unlike opacity or overflow, areas outside a CSS `clip-path` boundary do not trigger pointer events or mouse hover states. Users can click through clipped regions to underlying elements seamlessly.