Modern CSS Layout Techniques: Grid vs Flexbox

Introduction

Both CSS Grid and Flexbox are powerful layout tools. Knowing when to use each is key to efficient CSS.

Flexbox: One-Dimensional Layouts

Use Flexbox for navigation bars, card layouts, centering content, and any single-direction layout.

CSS Grid: Two-Dimensional Layouts

Use Grid for complex page layouts, dashboard grids, and any layout requiring control over both rows and columns.

Combining Both

The best layouts often combine Grid for macro layout and Flexbox for component-level alignment.

Conclusion

Master both tools and choose based on your layout requirements.