CSS Scrollbar Generator - Custom Scrollbar Styles Online
Design custom CSS scrollbar styles with visual controls and live preview. Generate WebKit and standard scrollbar CSS code instantly — 100% client-side, no data sent to server.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CSS scrollbar generator?
A CSS scrollbar generator is a visual tool that helps you create custom scrollbar styles for your website using CSS. Instead of manually writing complex CSS pseudo-element rules, you can adjust colors, dimensions, and border properties with visual controls and get production-ready CSS code instantly. It supports both the standard scrollbar-color/scrollbar-width properties and WebKit-specific pseudo-elements like ::-webkit-scrollbar.
How do I use this CSS scrollbar generator?
1. Choose your output mode: WebKit Only, Standard Only, or Both (recommended). 2. Set the scrollbar width using the slider. 3. Pick colors for the track (background) and thumb (handle). 4. Optionally adjust border radius, borders, and hover/active state colors. 5. See the changes live in the preview panel. 6. Copy the generated CSS code and paste it into your stylesheet.
What is the difference between WebKit and standard scrollbar CSS?
Standard properties (scrollbar-color, scrollbar-width) are part of the official CSS specification and work in all modern browsers (Chrome 121+, Firefox 64+, Safari 26.2+, Edge 121+). They offer simple color and width control. WebKit pseudo-elements (::-webkit-scrollbar, ::-webkit-scrollbar-track, ::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb) are non-standard but offer more granular control over border radius, borders, hover states, and individual part styling. Important: if both are set, standard properties override WebKit styling.
Are standard scrollbar CSS properties supported in all browsers?
Yes. As of December 2025, scrollbar-color and scrollbar-width have achieved Baseline Newly Available status, meaning they are supported across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For the most detailed customization (border radius, borders, hover states), you may still want to include WebKit pseudo-elements as an enhancement.
Is my data secure when using this tool?
Yes. This tool runs entirely in your browser. No CSS code, color values, or any other data is sent to any server. All processing happens client-side, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Can I style scrollbars differently for different elements?
Yes. The generated CSS uses pseudo-elements that can be scoped to specific elements. Instead of applying styles globally, you can prefix the selectors with a class name (e.g., .my-container::-webkit-scrollbar) to only style scrollbars within that specific element.
How do I make scrollbars accessible?
When styling scrollbars, ensure the thumb has at least 3:1 color contrast ratio against the track (WCAG 2.0 guideline). Avoid making scrollbars too thin (below 8px) as it reduces usability for touch input. Never hide scrollbars (scrollbar-width: none) unless you provide an alternative scrolling indicator, as this harms usability for users who rely on visible scrollbars.
Code Examples
// Generate CSS scrollbar styles from configuration
function generateScrollbarCSS(config) {
const {
width = 12,
trackColor = '#f1f1f1',
thumbColor = '#888888',
thumbHoverColor = '#555555',
thumbBorderRadius = 6,
trackBorderRadius = 0
} = config;
// Standard CSS (all modern browsers)
const standardCSS = [
'/* Standard scrollbar properties (Chrome 121+, Firefox 64+, Safari 26.2+) */',
'.custom-scrollbar {',
` scrollbar-width: ${width <= 6 ? 'thin' : 'auto'};`,
` scrollbar-color: ${thumbColor} ${trackColor};`,
'}'
].join('\n');
// WebKit CSS (Chrome, Safari, Edge - enhanced styling)
const webkitCSS = [
'/* WebKit scrollbar styling (Chrome, Safari, Edge) */',
'.custom-scrollbar::-webkit-scrollbar {',
` width: ${width}px;`,
` height: ${width}px;`,
'}',
'',
'.custom-scrollbar::-webkit-scrollbar-track {',
` background: ${trackColor};`,
` border-radius: ${trackBorderRadius}px;`,
'}',
'',
'.custom-scrollbar::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb {',
` background: ${thumbColor};`,
` border-radius: ${thumbBorderRadius}px;`,
'}',
'',
'.custom-scrollbar::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb:hover {',
` background: ${thumbHoverColor};`,
'}'
].join('\n');
return { standardCSS, webkitCSS, combined: `${standardCSS}\n\n${webkitCSS}` };
}
// Usage
const css = generateScrollbarCSS({
width: 10,
trackColor: '#f0f0f0',
thumbColor: '#6366f1',
thumbHoverColor: '#4f46e5',
thumbBorderRadius: 5,
trackBorderRadius: 5
});
console.log(css.combined);