
css-flexbox-grid
Master Flexbox and CSS Grid layouts for modern responsive design
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SKILL.md
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CSS Flexbox & Grid Skill
Master modern CSS layout systems: Flexbox for 1D layouts and CSS Grid for 2D layouts.
Overview
This skill provides atomic, focused guidance on CSS layout techniques with comprehensive parameter validation and practical examples.
Skill Metadata
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Layout |
| Complexity | Intermediate to Advanced |
| Dependencies | css-fundamentals |
| Bonded Agent | 02-css-layout-master |
Usage
Skill("css-flexbox-grid")
Parameter Schema
parameters:
layout_type:
type: string
required: true
enum: [flexbox, grid, comparison, responsive]
description: Layout system to explore
pattern:
type: string
required: false
enum: [centering, sidebar, card-grid, holy-grail, navbar, gallery]
description: Common layout pattern
include_responsive:
type: boolean
required: false
default: true
description: Include responsive adaptations
validation:
- rule: layout_type_required
message: "layout_type parameter is required"
- rule: valid_pattern
message: "pattern must be a recognized layout pattern"
Topics Covered
Flexbox
- Container properties: display, flex-direction, flex-wrap
- Alignment: justify-content, align-items, align-content
- Item properties: flex-grow, flex-shrink, flex-basis
- Gap, order, and self-alignment
CSS Grid
- Grid template: columns, rows, areas
- Grid placement: lines, spans, named areas
- Auto-fit, auto-fill, minmax()
- Subgrid and masonry (where supported)
Responsive Patterns
- Mobile-first approach
- Breakpoint strategies
- Container queries integration
- Fluid layouts with clamp()
Retry Logic
retry_config:
max_attempts: 3
backoff_type: exponential
initial_delay_ms: 1000
max_delay_ms: 10000
retryable_errors:
- TIMEOUT
- RATE_LIMIT
Logging & Observability
logging:
entry_point: skill_invoked
exit_point: skill_completed
log_parameters: true
metrics:
- invocation_count
- pattern_usage
- layout_type_distribution
Quick Reference
Flexbox Cheatsheet
.container {
display: flex;
flex-direction: row; /* row | column | row-reverse | column-reverse */
flex-wrap: wrap; /* nowrap | wrap | wrap-reverse */
justify-content: center; /* flex-start | flex-end | center | space-between | space-around | space-evenly */
align-items: center; /* flex-start | flex-end | center | stretch | baseline */
gap: 1rem;
}
.item {
flex: 1 1 auto; /* grow shrink basis */
align-self: flex-start;
order: 0;
}
Grid Cheatsheet
.container {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr);
grid-template-rows: auto 1fr auto;
grid-template-areas:
"header header header"
"sidebar main aside"
"footer footer footer";
gap: 1rem;
}
.item {
grid-column: 1 / 3; /* start / end */
grid-row: span 2;
grid-area: header;
}
Decision Matrix
Need 2D control?
├─ YES → CSS Grid
└─ NO
├─ Content determines size? → Flexbox
├─ Equal sizing needed? → Grid
└─ Simple row/column → Flexbox
Common Patterns
Center Anything
/* Flexbox centering */
.flex-center {
display: flex;
justify-content: center;
align-items: center;
}
/* Grid centering */
.grid-center {
display: grid;
place-items: center;
}
Responsive Card Grid
.card-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(300px, 1fr));
gap: 1.5rem;
}
Sidebar Layout
.sidebar-layout {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: minmax(200px, 25%) 1fr;
min-height: 100vh;
}
@media (max-width: 768px) {
.sidebar-layout {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
}
}
Test Template
describe('CSS Flexbox Grid Skill', () => {
test('validates layout_type parameter', () => {
expect(() => skill({ layout_type: 'invalid' }))
.toThrow('layout_type must be one of: flexbox, grid...');
});
test('returns flexbox properties for flexbox type', () => {
const result = skill({ layout_type: 'flexbox' });
expect(result).toContain('display: flex');
expect(result).toContain('justify-content');
});
test('includes responsive code when flag is true', () => {
const result = skill({
layout_type: 'grid',
pattern: 'card-grid',
include_responsive: true
});
expect(result).toContain('@media');
});
});
Error Handling
| Error Code | Cause | Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| INVALID_LAYOUT_TYPE | Unknown layout type | Show valid options |
| INCOMPATIBLE_PATTERN | Pattern doesn't fit layout type | Suggest alternative |
| MISSING_DEPENDENCY | Fundamentals not understood | Link to css-fundamentals |
Related Skills
- css-fundamentals (prerequisite)
- css-modern (container queries)
- css-architecture (component layout patterns)
FAQ
What does the css-flexbox-grid skill do?
Master Flexbox and CSS Grid layouts for modern responsive design
How do I install css-flexbox-grid?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/pluginagentmarketplace/custom-plugin-css --skill css-flexbox-grid in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/css-flexbox-grid/ (personal) or .claude/skills/css-flexbox-grid/ (project).
Which AI agents can use css-flexbox-grid?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is css-flexbox-grid safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains css-flexbox-grid?
It is published by pluginagentmarketplace in pluginagentmarketplace/custom-plugin-css. It has 60 recorded installs.
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