The viewport meta tag is a critical component of responsive web design. It tells the browser how to control the page's dimensions and scaling. This generator helps you create this tag with the most common settings. The standard `width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0` is the gold standard for responsive sites, but you can use this tool to explore other options and understand how they affect the mobile viewing experience. It's an essential first step for any new HTML page.
📱Meta Viewport Generator
Note: Disabling user scaling can be an accessibility issue. The default values are recommended for most responsive websites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the viewport?
The viewport is the user's visible area of a web page. On mobile devices, browsers render pages in a virtual 'viewport', which is usually wider than the screen, and then scale the result down. The viewport meta tag gives you control over this process.
Why shouldn't I disable user scaling (`user-scalable=no`)?
Disabling the user's ability to zoom in and out is a major accessibility problem, especially for users with low vision. It is strongly recommended to always allow user scaling.
