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Grid Columns

Definition

Utilities for specifying the number of columns in a grid layout.

Explain Like I'm New

Telling the spreadsheet exactly how many vertical pillars you want. `grid-cols-3` creates 3 equal-width columns. `grid-cols-12` creates 12 equal columns (the standard for massive web apps).

Real World Example

Building a standard dashboard with a narrow sidebar and a wide main content area. You create a 4-column grid, make the sidebar span 1 column, and the main area span 3 columns.

Common Use Cases

  • •Defining layout structure

Interactive Example

Interview Questions

basic

  • What class creates a grid with 4 equal columns?

intermediate

  • What is the maximum number of equal columns Tailwind supports out of the box?

Flash Cards

Question

4 columns?

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Answer

`grid-cols-4`

Question

Maximum columns?

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Answer

`grid-cols-12` (Though you can add more using arbitrary values like `grid-cols-[16]`).