CSS FAQ

What is CSS?

• CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets and is a web technology for defining the layout and look of a web page.
• see CSS
• Wikipedia on CSS

How can I learn more about CSS?

• The CSS Tutorial is a great way to learn about CSS by example.
• A List Apart is a great resource for everything regarding web design, not only CSS.

Where can I find examples for the use of CSS?

• see Zen Garden, also available in different languages

Where do I find information about the CSS used by Moodle?

• CSS
• CSS styles_ layout.css contains the layout specifications for various page elements.
• CSS styles_color.css contains the colors used in the page elements.
• CSS styles_fonts.css defines the fonts used in the page elements.

Which tools are useful for working with CSS?

• Firebug Extension for Firefox is the single most useful tool for inspecting the CSS of any web page and modifying it on the fly.
• Web Developer Toolbar for Firefox
• TopStyle Lite (you have to scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the free Lite version)

See also:

• Themes FAQ