What exactly is :root selector in CSS?

VideoZoran Jambor

A brief guide outlining how :root pseudo-class in CSS works, where it's often used and why, along with potential pitfalls.

A brief guide outlining how :root pseudo-class in CSS works, where it's often used and why, along with potential pitfalls.

Chapters

  • 00:00 What is :root pseudo-class
  • 01:06 How :root in SVG works
  • 03:21 Tip: Don’t define all your variables on :root
  • 04:23 Pitfalls with :root inheritance
  • 05:09 Should you use :root in your CSS?

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