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How to Customize Text Selection Color using CSS ::selection

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Custom Text Selection Color

Make your website highlight color match your brand identity in 2 minutes.

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GLOBAL_STYLE.CSS 
/* Change selection color for all elements */
::selection {
  background: #e1306c; /* Your Brand Color */
  color: #ffffff;      /* Text Color */
}

/* Firefox Support */
::-moz-selection {
  background: #e1306c;
  color: #ffffff;
}

Why use this code?

  • Consistency: No more generic blue highlights.
  • UX Polish: Small details build user trust.
  • Accessibility: Ensure high contrast for readability.

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