CSS Scroll Snap

CSS Scroll Snap is a CSS property that allows web developers to create smooth scrolling experiences. It enables users to quickly scroll through a website, ensuring that sticky or fixed elements are aligned with a specific point on the page.

Syntax

The CSS Scroll Snap property uses the following syntax:

scroll-snap-type: none | x | y | block | inline | both;
scroll-snap-align: none | start | end | center;

• scroll-snap-type property defines the scrolling behavior, with several sub-property values such as none, x, y, block and inline, or both.
• scroll-snap-align property defines the alignment of the snap target element. Available values are none, start, end, or center.

Example

Consider the following example, where we have a container div with a set height, and several section elements that are tucked inside this container. The CSS code for creating Snap-Scroller is as shown below:

.snapping-container {
  height: 400px; /* fixed container height */
  overflow-y: scroll; /* vertical scrolling */
  scroll-snap-type: y mandatory; /* snap scrolling enabled */
  scroll-snap-align: center; /* snap points aligned to center */
}

.snapping-section {
  height: 400px;
  scroll-snap-align: center; /* snap elements aligned to center */
}

<div class="snapping-container">
  <section class="snapping-section">
    <!-- content here -->
  </section>
  <section class="snapping-section">
    <!-- content here -->
  </section>
  <section class="snapping-section">
    <!-- content here -->
  </section>
  <section class="snapping-section">
    <!-- content here -->
  </section>
</div>

This creates a scrollable container, with each section snapping into view as the user scrolls, creating a smooth scrolling experience.

Conclusion

CSS Scroll Snap is a simple property that can help developers create smooth scrolling effects that enhance the user experience. Its easy-to-use syntax makes it an ideal choice for anyone looking to improve their website's performance.