scrollbar-gutter
Interaction
Reserves space for the scrollbar so the layout does not jump when it appears.
| How to write it | scrollbar-gutter: auto; |
|---|---|
| Common values | auto, stable, stable both-edges |
| Inherited | No — it stops at this element |
| Category | Interaction |
How to read this
- An inherited property only needs writing once on the parent — every child picks it up. Most text properties work this way.
- A shorthand resets whatever you leave out. Writing background: red alone also wipes a background image you set earlier.
- When rules collide, the more specific selector wins; only when specificity ties does source order decide.
- Animate transform and opacity for smoothness. Changing width or top forces the layout to be recalculated.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the CSS scrollbar-gutter property?
Reserves space for the scrollbar so the layout does not jump when it appears.
Q. How do you write scrollbar-gutter?
As scrollbar-gutter: auto; Common values include auto, stable, stable both-edges.
Q. Is scrollbar-gutter inherited?
No. It applies only where you write it, so each element needs its own declaration.
Q. What group does scrollbar-gutter belong to?
The interaction group.