As a frontend dev, consistency and speed matter. That’s why Tailwind CSS is my go-to utility-first framework — it's fast, scalable, and doesn’t get in your way.
No matter the project — be it a landing page, dashboard, or portfolio — there are 3 Tailwind classes that I always end up using:
🔹 1. flex
If you're building layouts (which... we all are), flex is a must-have. Combine it with:
justify-centeritems-centergap-x-4
...and suddenly your layout becomes chef’s kiss 💅
Great for navbars, buttons, and aligning components vertically or horizontally with minimal effort.
🔹 2. rounded-xl
Corners matter more than people admit. rounded-xl gives your UI that smooth, modern edge that users subconsciously love. I use this on:
- Cards
- Buttons
- Modals
- Image containers
It instantly levels up the visual aesthetic without touching custom CSS.
🔹 3. text-gray-600
Typography is design. text-gray-600 is the perfect neutral color for body text — easy to read, subtle enough not to overpower headers.
Pair it with text-sm or leading-relaxed, and your content will be 10x more readable.
📌 Bonus Utility Combos:
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p-4for padding consistency -
gap-4orspace-y-4for spacing between elements -
transition-all duration-200for subtle UI animations
📚 Want more Tailwind goodness?
Here’s the ultimate cheatsheet to keep on hand:
👉 tailwindcomponents.com/cheatsheet
These small building blocks help me ship faster and cleaner — whether I’m working solo or collaborating with a team.
What are your favorite Tailwind utilities?
Drop them below or let’s connect and share ideas 👇
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Thanks for sharing 😊