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Also see the full, alphabetical list of CSS properties


The CSS background property is shorthand used to position a background image.

Syntax: background: <value1> <value2> ...
Possible Values:
  • <background-color>
  • <background-image>
  • <background-repeat>
  • <background-attachment>
  • <background-position>
  • inherit
Initial Value: See individual properties
Applies to: All elements
Inherited: No
Media: Visual
Example background: url("/pix/smile.gif") #ff9900 90% 30% no-repeat fixed
Try it yourself!


Also see all CSS properties listed alphabetically


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