CSS Grid vs Flexbox: When to Use What.md
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CSS Grid vs Flexbox: When to Use What

Understanding the differences between CSS Grid and Flexbox for modern layouts.

Use Flexbox For:

  • One-dimensional layouts (rows OR columns)
  • Component-level design
  • Centering content
  • Navigation bars

Use CSS Grid For:

  • Two-dimensional layouts (rows AND columns)
  • Page-level design
  • Complex layouts
  • Card grids
/* Flexbox for navigation */
.nav {
  display: flex;
  justify-content: space-between;
  align-items: center;
}

/* Grid for main layout */
.layout {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr 1fr;
  grid-template-rows: auto 1fr auto;
}

Both are powerful tools - use them together!