grayscale()
The grayscale() CSS function converts the input image to grayscale. Its result is a <filter-function>.
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Syntax
css
grayscale(amount)
Parameters
amount-
Amount of the input image that is converted to grayscale. It is specified as a
<number>or a<percentage>. A value of100%changes the input completely to grayscale, while a value of0%leaves the input unchanged. Values between0%and100%have linear multipliers on the effect. The default value when omitted is0. The initial value used for interpolation is0.
Examples
Examples of correct values for grayscale()
css
grayscale(0) /* No effect */
grayscale(.7) /* 70% grayscale */
grayscale(100%) /* Completely grayscale */
Specifications
| Specification |
|---|
| Filter Effects Module Level 1 # funcdef-filter-grayscale |
Browser compatibility
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See also
The other <filter-function> functions available to be used in values of the filter and backdrop-filter properties include: