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CSS layout flex, or flexbox, is a powerful tool for implementing responsive and adaptive designs. This web design tool automatically adjusts, aligns and distributes space among items within a container, even when their sizes are unknown or dynamic. This guide provides a thorough introduction to CSS flexbox, its functionalities, and how to incorporate it into your web design projects.

Flex makes the process of designing layouts more streamlined and straightforward – no more floats and positioning! Master its properties to make the most of this versatile tool. We'll help you get started with the basics and provide examples along the way.

Flexbox Options