Build consistent UIs quickly with a free Tailwind CSS component library
Use basic elements like buttons and cards immediately without writing complex CSS code. daisyUI is a free open-source component library that sits on top of Tailwind CSS. Adding class names completes the design, allowing you to build web pages quickly.
How it works with Tailwind
daisyUI operates based on Tailwind CSS utility classes. It applies additional component styles while maintaining existing Tailwind configurations. This allows it to integrate naturally without conflicting with the project's existing style system. You do not need to modify CSS files directly; adding the classes provided by daisyUI to HTML tags completes the design.
Components and features provided
It provides elements frequently used in web development, such as buttons, input fields, cards, modals, and tabs. Each component is designed with accessibility and responsive design in mind. Changing the theme automatically adjusts the colors and styles of the entire app. This helps maintain consistency in the design system while making it easy to create various variations.
Installation and usage
To add daisyUI to a project, Tailwind CSS must already be set up. Install the daisyUI package via npm and register it as a plugin in the Tailwind configuration file. After that, use daisyUI class names in your HTML. It can be used with various frameworks such as Svelte, React, and Vue.
Considerations before using Tailwind
daisyUI is dependent on Tailwind CSS, so it cannot be used in projects that do not use Tailwind. It is suitable for projects that already use Tailwind CSS or are planning to adopt it. It helps with rapid prototyping or developing web applications where design consistency is important. When using the latest version, 5.x, you must check compatibility with previous versions.