Identify and fix CSS layout issues with our visual Layout Debugger tool. This powerful utility helps developers visualize box models, debug flexbox/grid layouts, and diagnose rendering problems in real-time.

Target Elements for Debugging
Select which elements to debug using the element targeting dropdown. Choose "All Elements" for comprehensive debugging, or focus on specific element types like containers, flex items, or grid items. Use custom selector input to target specific CSS classes or IDs for precise debugging.

Enable Visual Debug Features
Toggle various visual debugging aids:
Element Outlines: Color-coded borders around all targeted elements
Dimensions: Display width and height measurements on each element
Padding & Margin: Visualize spacing with distinct colors for padding (inner space) and margin (outer space)
Grid Lines: Reveal CSS grid lines and track sizes
Flexbox Attributes: Show flexbox properties like direction, alignment, and wrapping
Overflow Detection: Highlight elements with overflow issues in warning colors
Z-Index Visualization: Display stacking context with depth indicators

Customize Debug Display
Adjust the visual presentation to suit your needs:
Choose color themes: Default, High Contrast, Pastel, or Monochrome
Control outline width (1-5px) for better visibility
Toggle between view mode and inspect mode for element selection
Zoom in/out (50-200%) to examine details or see the big picture

Analyze Layout Information
Get real-time information about your layout:
Viewport size monitoring for responsive design testing
Element details panel showing CSS properties, computed styles, and box model metrics
Layout issues detection with warnings for common problems like overflow, collapsing margins, or z-index conflicts

Interactive Preview
Use the interactive preview pane to examine your layout:

Click elements in inspect mode to view detailed properties
Reload the preview to reset debug styles
Navigate complex layouts with zoom controls
View both flexbox and grid layouts simultaneously

Generate Debug Reports
Copy automatically generated debug CSS for your own use or export comprehensive layout reports. The tool provides:

Ready-to-use debug CSS code for your specific layout
Detailed reports of detected layout issues
Export functionality for documentation and team sharing

This layout debugger is essential for front-end developers working with complex CSS layouts. Perfect for:

Diagnosing flexbox and grid alignment issues
Identifying box model problems and spacing conflicts
Debugging responsive design breakpoints
Understanding stacking context and z-index behavior
Learning CSS layout concepts through visual feedback

Use this tool to save hours of debugging time, visualize your layout structure, and create perfectly aligned, responsive designs. The interactive feedback helps you understand exactly how CSS properties affect your layout, making you a better front-end developer.