Transform 3d

Definition The transform-style CSS property is used to define how child elements are rendered in relation to their parent when 3D transformations are applied. It specifies whether child elements should preserve their 3D transformations or be flattened and rendered in a 2D plane. The transform-style property accepts the following values: flat: This is the default value. Child elements are rendered in a flattened manner, disregarding any 3D transformations applied to their parent. This means that child elements are rendered in a 2D plane, as if the parent’s 3D transformations do not affect them. preserve-3d: Child elements preserve their 3D transformations and are rendered in their own 3D space, respecting the transformations applied to their parent. This allows for the nesting of multiple 3D transformed elements, creating a more realistic 3D scene. Here’s an example: .container { transform-style: preserve-3d;} In this example, the .container class sets the transform-style property to preserve-3d, indicating that child elements within the container should preserve their 3D transformations. It’s important to note that the transform-style property only has an effect when used in conjunction with 3D transformations (transform: translate3d(), transform: rotate3d(), etc.) on parent and child elements. It is primarily used in 3D animations and transitions to create more immersive and realistic effects. When using transform-style: preserve-3d, it’s essential to ensure that the parent and child elements have appropriate 3D transformations set and that their rendering order is considered. Additionally, keep in mind that the preserve-3d value may not be fully supported in older browsers or

How TO - Flip an ImageLearn how to flip an image (add a mirror effect) with CSS.Move your mouse over the image:How To Flip an ImageExample img:hover { -webkit-transform: scaleX(-1); transform: scaleX(-1);}Try it Yourself »Add TransitionYou can also add a transition effect to "fade" the flip:Example img:hover { -webkit-transform: scaleX(-1); transform: scaleX(-1); transition: 1s; /* The animation takes 1 second */}Try it Yourself »-->Note: This example does not work on tablets or mobile phones.Tip: Go to our CSS 3D Transforms Tutorial, to learn more about 3D transformations.3D Flip Image with TextLearn how to do an animated 3D flip of an image with text: Paris What an amazing city Step 1) Add HTML:Example Paris What an amazing city Step 2) Add CSS:Example /* The flip box container - set the width and height to whatever you want. We have added the border property to demonstrate that the flip itself goes out of the box on hover (remove perspective if you don't want the 3D effect */.flip-box { background-color: transparent; width: 300px; height: 200px; border: 1px solid #f1f1f1; perspective: 1000px; /* Remove this if you don't want the 3D effect */}/* This container is needed to position the front and back side */ .flip-box-inner { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 100%; text-align: center; transition: transform 0.8s; transform-style: preserve-3d;}/* Do an horizontal flip when you move the mouse over the flip box container */.flip-box:hover .flip-box-inner { transform: rotateY(180deg);}/* Position the front and back side */.flip-box-front, .flip-box-back { position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; -webkit-backface-visibility: hidden; /* Safari */ backface-visibility: hidden;}/* Style the front side (fallback if image is missing) */.flip-box-front { background-color: #bbb; color: black;}/* Style the back side */.flip-box-back { background-color: dodgerblue; color: white; transform: rotateY(180deg);}Try it Yourself » ★ +1 Track your progress - it's free!

CSS transform PropertyExampleRotate, skew, and scale three different elements: div.a { transform: rotate(20deg);}div.b { transform: skewY(20deg);}div.c { transform: scaleY(1.5);} Try it Yourself »Definition and UsageThe transform property applies a 2D or 3D transformation to an element. This property allows you to rotate, scale, move, skew, etc., elements.Show demo ❯Browser SupportThe numbers in the table specify the first browser version that fully supports the property. Property transform 36 12 16 9 23 Syntaxtransform: none|transform-functions|initial|inherit;Property Values Value Description Demo none Defines that there should be no transformation Demo ❯ matrix(n,n,n,n,n,n) Defines a 2D transformation, using a matrix of six values Demo ❯ matrix3d (n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n,n) Defines a 3D transformation, using a 4x4 matrix of 16 values translate(x,y) Defines a 2D translation Demo ❯ translate3d(x,y,z) Defines a 3D translation translateX(x) Defines a translation, using only the value for the X-axis translateY(y) Defines a translation, using only the value for the Y-axis translateZ(z) Defines a 3D translation, using only the value for the Z-axis scale(x,y) Scales an element horizontally and vertically (width and height) Demo ❯ scale3d(x,y,z) Defines a 3D scale transformation scaleX(x) Scales an element horizontally (the width) Demo ❯ scaleY(y) Scales an element vertically (the height) Demo ❯ scaleZ(z) Defines a 3D scale transformation by giving a value for the Z-axis rotate(angle) Defines a 2D rotation, the angle is specified in the parameter Demo ❯ rotate3d(x,y,z,angle) Defines a 3D rotation Demo ❯ rotateX(angle) Defines a 3D rotation along the X-axis Demo ❯ rotateY(angle) Defines a 3D rotation along the Y-axis Demo ❯ rotateZ(angle) Defines a 3D rotation along the Z-axis Demo ❯ skew(ax,ay) Defines a 2D skew transformation along the X- and the Y-axis Demo ❯ skewX(a) Defines a 2D skew transformation along the X-axis Demo ❯ skewY(a) Defines a 2D skew transformation along the Y-axis Demo ❯ perspective(n) Defines a perspective view for a 3D transformed element initial Sets this property to its default value. Read about initial inherit Inherits this property from its parent element. Read about inherit More ExamplesImages thrown on the tableThis example demonstrates how to create "polaroid" pictures and rotate the pictures.Related PagesCSS tutorial: CSS 2D TransformsCSS tutorial: CSS 3D TransformsHTML DOM reference: transform property ★ +1 Track your progress - it's free!