Pico CSS
Minimal CSS Framework for semantic HTML
Minimal CSS framework for semantic HTML. Elegant styles for all native HTML elements without classes. Just write pure HTML.
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GitHub Stars
none
TypeScript
easy
Learning Curve
4.5
DX Score
Pricing
Model
free
Free Tier
MIT licensed, fully open source
Features
- ✓ Classless styling
- ✓ Semantic HTML support
- ✓ Dark mode built-in
- ✓ Responsive typography
- ✓ Form styling
- ✓ CSS custom properties
- ✓ Minimal footprint (~10kb)
- ✓ No JavaScript required
Pros
- + Zero classes needed for basic styling
- + Beautiful default typography
- + Automatic dark mode
- + Extremely lightweight
- + Perfect for documentation/blogs
Cons
- - Limited customization without classes
- - Not suitable for complex UIs
- - Opinionated design choices
- - May conflict with other CSS
Best For
indie hacker hobbyist
Alternatives
css minimal classless semantic lightweight