Stylus

Stylus is the expressive CSS preprocessor that offers unmatched flexibility with its optional syntax and powerful programming features. It’s designed for developers who want maximum control over their stylesheets without syntactic constraints.

What makes Stylus unique is its flexible syntax that adapts to your preferred coding style. You can write with or without braces, semicolons, and colons - Stylus understands both indented syntax and traditional CSS formats, making it the most adaptable preprocessor available.

Frontend developers and CSS enthusiasts choose Stylus for complex projects requiring dynamic stylesheets. Design system developers use it for automated theme generation, while component library creators leverage its transparent mixins and property lookup features.

Key Features

• Flexible Syntax Options - Write CSS with or without braces, semicolons, and colons using your preferred style • Powerful Variable System - Dynamic variables with proper scoping, interpolation, and complex data structures • Transparent Mixins - Functions that blend seamlessly with CSS properties for clean, readable stylesheets • Property Lookup - Reference other property values within the same rule set for consistent calculations • Comprehensive Built-in Functions - Extensive color manipulation, mathematical operations, and utility functions • Advanced Conditional Logic - If/else statements, loops, and complex expressions for dynamic stylesheet generation • Multiple Syntax Support - Choose between indented Stylus syntax or traditional CSS-like formatting • JavaScript Expression Evaluation - Use JavaScript-like expressions and operations within your stylesheets

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Most flexible syntax among CSS preprocessors • Powerful programming features for complex stylesheets • Excellent property lookup and variable capabilities • Clean, readable output CSS • Strong community and active development

Cons

• Smaller user base compared to Sass and Less • Learning curve for developers new to flexible syntax • Limited tooling and editor support • Documentation can be sparse for advanced features • Syntax flexibility can lead to inconsistent team coding styles

Get Started with Stylus

Discover expressive CSS preprocessing with unmatched flexibility. Visit stylus-lang.com to explore the documentation and start writing stylesheets your way. Experience the freedom of optional syntax and powerful programming features.