> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.realmacsoftware.com/elements-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.realmacsoftware.com/elements-docs/using-elements/components/styling-and-effects/mask.md). # Mask The Mask component clips its child content with an SVG or a configurable gradient. Use it to create shaped images, soft fades, or decorative edge treatments without editing the original content. ### How to Use Mask You’ll find Mask under **Media** in the Components list. 1. Drag **Mask** onto the page. 2. Place the content to be masked inside it. 3. Choose SVG, Edge, Linear, or Radial under **Mask → Type**. 4. Configure the controls shown for that mask type. 5. Preview the result at each breakpoint. ### Component Settings #### Mask **Type** * **None** — Applies no mask. This is the default. * **SVG** — Uses an SVG resource as the mask. * **Edge** — Fades one or more edges. * **Linear** — Creates a straight gradient mask. * **Radial** — Creates a circular or elliptical gradient mask. **SVG** * **SVG** — Selects the mask resource. * **Mode** — Uses Alpha or Luminance. Alpha is the default. * **Size** — Offers Auto, Contain, Cover, or Custom. Contain is the default. * **Custom Size** — Appears for Custom and defaults to `100% 100%`. * **Position** — Anchors the mask to the centre, an edge, or a corner. Centre is the default. * **Repeat** — Offers No Repeat, Repeat, Horizontal, Vertical, Round, or Space. No Repeat is the default. Opaque areas of the SVG reveal the wrapped content. **Edge** Choose Top, Right, Bottom, Left, Horizontal, or Vertical under **Side**. Bottom is the default. **From** and **To** set the fade range and default to 75% and 100%. **Linear** **Angle** defaults to 45°. **From** and **To** set the fade range and default to 10% and 90%. **Radial** **Size** offers Full, Closest Side, Closest Corner, Farthest Side, or Farthest Corner. Full is the default. **Position** defaults to Centre. **From** and **To** default to 70% and 100%. ### Accessibility Masking should be decorative. Do not hide text or controls that visitors need to understand or operate the page. ### Tips and Best Practices * **Use simple SVGs:** Clear black or opaque shapes produce predictable masks. * **Check responsive crops:** Position and sizing may need different values at smaller breakpoints. * **Keep controls visible:** Avoid masking interactive content near its hit area. ### Related Components * [Image](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/content-and-media/image.md) — Includes a simpler SVG mask option for a single image. * [SVG](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/content-and-media/svg.md) — Displays and styles vector artwork directly. | Common Control | Description | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [Link](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/link.md) | Link to a page, resource, anchor, email address, or website. | | [Layout](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/layout.md) | Control positioning, stacking, visibility, overflow, and isolation. | | [Sizing](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/sizing.md) | Set width, height, and responsive size constraints. | | [Spacing](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/spacing.md) | Add responsive margin and padding. | | [Typography & Text Styles](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/typography-and-text-styles.md) | Control fonts, text spacing, decoration, colour, and semantic wrappers. | | [Backgrounds](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/backgrounds.md) | Apply colour, image, gradient, SVG, video, and hover backgrounds. | | [Transitions](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/transitions.md) | Choose what animates and set its timing curve, duration, and delay. | | [Effects](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/effects.md) | Apply shadows, opacity, and hover effects. | | [Filters](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/filters.md) | Apply blur, brightness, saturation, shadow, and backdrop effects. | | [Transforms](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/transforms.md) | Scale, rotate, move, and skew components. | | [Borders](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/borders.md) | Set border style, colour, opacity, width, radius, and hover states. | | [Advanced](/elements-docs/using-elements/components/common-controls/advanced.md) | Add CSS classes and IDs, or change supported HTML tags. | --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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