Modal

Dialog overlay for focused user interactions.

OverlaysTailwind CSS

Overview

Modals focus user attention on a single task or piece of information, blocking interaction with the rest of the page.

When to use

  • For critical confirmations
  • For forms that need focus
  • For important notices that require acknowledgment

Preview

Modal Title

Modal content goes here. You can put any content inside.

Usage

html
<!-- Tailwind CSS pattern - copy the HTML/classes below -->

Class Variations

No class variations documented for this pattern.

Guidelines

Do

  • Use clear action buttons
  • Provide a way to close the modal
  • Keep content focused and minimal

Don't

  • Don't nest modals within modals
  • Don't use for minor interactions
  • Don't make modals too large

Accessibility

  • Trap focus within the modal
  • Close on Escape key press
  • Return focus to trigger on close

Examples

Default

Modal Title

Modal content goes here. You can put any content inside.

Confirmation

Delete item?

This action cannot be undone. This will permanently delete the item.

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