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The CSS 'border-image-source' property specifies the image to be used as a border around an element. This property transforms the borders of an element from simple lines to more complex and visually appealing designs using images. It is a crucial component of the border-image shorthand that allows for intricate border styling.
CSS 'border-image-source' Property Examples
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The 'border-image-source' property opens up a realm of possibilities for border styling. It allows for the integration of graphical elements into the design of web elements, thereby enhancing the visual richness and engagement of web pages.
Browser Support For 'border-image-source' Property
| Browser | Version | Released |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | 15 | Oct 2011 |
| Edge | 12 | Jul 2015 |
| Firefox | 15 | Aug 2012 |
| Safari | 6 | Jul 2012 |
| Opera | 15 | Jul 2013 |
Source: MDN browser-compat-data 8.1.4, checked 3 October 2026. Prefixed support and implementations that were later removed are not counted, and some browsers list partial support or extra values. See the MDN reference for border-image-source for the full compatibility details, including mobile browsers.
CSS Syntax of the 'border-image-source' Property
border-image-source: none | image | initial | inherit;Usage of the 'border-image-source' Property
Use 'border-image-source' to define an image that will be sliced and applied as the border of an element. This property is particularly useful for creating decorative borders that can add depth, texture, or thematic elements to a webpage's design. It enables designers to move beyond standard CSS borders and incorporate graphic elements into the border area of elements.
Property Values of the 'border-image-source' Property
- None: No image is used for the border, which will only be displayed if a border style is set using other border properties.
- Image: The path to the image file (e.g., url('path/to/image.png')) to be used for the border.
- Initial: Resets the 'border-image-source' to its default value (none).
- Inherit: The element inherits the 'border-image-source' from its parent element.
