SMRTR ProgrammingMar 18, 2025Daily.dev

Split and assemble an image using CSS mask

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A new CSS technique allows splitting an image into pieces using the mask property and revealing the full image on hover. This single-element implementation requires fewer than 10 CSS declarations and can include an optional moving effect for added visual interest.

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