CSS Input Focus Ring Generator
Generate visible focus styles for keyboard-friendly controls.
Visible focus, done right
A visible focus ring is what lets keyboard users see where they are, so removing it with outline: none and no replacement is a common accessibility failure. This generator builds a clear focus style from outline or box-shadow that you can match to your brand.
Using :focus-visible rather than :focus shows the ring during keyboard navigation without flashing it on every mouse click, which keeps the interface clean for pointer users.
Copy-ready focus CSS
Keep at least a 3:1 contrast between the ring and its background so the indicator is genuinely perceivable. The CSS is generated in your browser and never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Why use :focus-visible rather than :focus?
:focus-visible shows the ring when users navigate by keyboard but usually not after a mouse click, so keyboard users get a clear indicator without rings appearing on every click.
How thick should a focus ring be?
At least 2px with a 3:1 contrast ratio against the surrounding colors is the usual benchmark from WCAG 2.2's focus guidance. The default here is 3px.
What does outline-offset do?
It moves the outline away from the element's edge. A small positive offset like 3px separates the ring from the input border so both stay visible.
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