CSS Line Clamp Generator

Choose a maximum line count and draft CSS that clips overflow text in a compact card or list layout.

This guide and page information are in English. Some controls inside the interactive tool currently appear in Turkish.

This tool processes its main input in your browser and does not send it to an external API. Fonts and interface assets may load from external providers.

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CSS Line Clamp Generator

The line clamp generator creates a `.truncate` CSS rule that limits visible text to a selected number of lines. Its output combines a WebKit box layout, vertical box direction, hidden overflow and an ellipsis treatment.

Clamping changes what is visible; it does not replace the need to make the full text available. Test the layout at narrow widths, with enlarged text, and with keyboard and assistive technology before using it for meaningful content.

When is it useful?

  • Limiting a card description to a consistent number of lines.
  • Comparing text density in a list or compact preview.

How to use it

  1. Enter a maximum line count from 1 to 20.
  2. Copy the generated `.truncate` CSS block.
  3. Apply it to sample text and check the result at narrow widths and with enlarged text.

Example

Input: Maximum lines: 3

Output: -webkit-line-clamp: 3; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis;

Who is it for?

  • Frontend developers designing compact cards
  • Interface designers reviewing text density
  • Teams testing responsive list layouts

Privacy and limitations

The line count is converted to CSS in the browser; the value is not sent to an API. The generated rule does not guarantee access to the full text or identical behavior in every browser.

Frequently asked questions

Does line clamping delete the text?

No. CSS typically leaves the source text in the document while limiting the visible box. Still provide a clear way for users to read important hidden content.

What line counts are available?

The input accepts a value from 1 to 20. Preview the result with realistic text lengths in your own layout.

Will the ellipsis look the same in every browser?

CSS support and rendering can vary with browser and layout context. Test the generated rule in the browsers and screen sizes you support.

Should I clamp headings?

Use care when a heading may lose essential meaning. Keep the full text discoverable and do not hide critical information in the clipped part.