How to Center Div Vertically Using Bootstrap 5

Discover how to easily `center a div` vertically in Bootstrap 5 with practical examples and step-by-step instructions.
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How to Center a Div Vertically Using Bootstrap 5

Centering a <div> vertically can be a bit tricky, especially if you're not familiar with all the tools that Bootstrap 5 provides. Whether you're creating a user-friendly layout or enhancing the visual appeal of your website, achieving perfect vertical alignment will give your design a professional touch. In this guide, we’ll explore a straightforward solution to center a <div> vertically between other content and the bottom of the screen using Bootstrap 5.

The Problem: Vertical Centering in Bootstrap

One common challenge developers face is achieving vertical alignment within a flexible layout. Many users have tried using Bootstrap's utility classes for centering but still find that their <div> elements aren't well-centered or the page layout becomes distorted.

For example, consider the following code snippet:

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While it's intended to center the inner <div>, this approach can lead to a stretched layout that does not display the centered <div> properly.

The Solution: Correctly Centering the Div

To achieve successful vertical centering, you need to ensure you are using a combination of Bootstrap classes correctly. Here’s a breakdown of the steps and code you'll need:

1. Wrap Everything in a Full-Height Div

First, wrap all your content in a <div> that uses the Bootstrap classes for full height and width. This lets you utilize the full viewport for centering purposes.

2. Use flex-grow-1

The next step is to utilize the flex-grow-1 class on the <div> that will contain the centered content. This will allow the div to take any available space in the parent container, effectively pushing the subsequent elements into their proper positions.

Code Example

Here’s a minimal example that demonstrates how to implement the solution:

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Explanation of Classes Used

d-flex: This class establishes a flexbox container, enabling the use of flex properties for alignment.

flex-column: This organizes child elements in a vertical column.

min-vh-100: This ensures that the container takes at least the full height of the viewport.

flex-grow-1: This allows the inner <div> to grow and fill the remaining space, which helps in centering the content.

justify-content-center: This centers the content horizontally within the flex container.

align-items-center: This centers the content vertically within the flex container.

Conclusion

Now you are ready to have your <div> perfectly centered between other webpage elements and the bottom of the screen using Bootstrap 5. With just a few utility classes, you can create elegant and responsive designs that enhance user experience.

If you have any further questions or need more examples, feel free to leave a comment below. Happy coding!

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