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Discover how to fix width limitations in a CSS Grid layout when it affects your HTML ` nav ` element.
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Navigating CSS Grid Width Issues

When diving into web development, you might encounter perplexing scenarios where your layout doesn’t behave as expected. One common issue is when applying display: grid; to your <nav> element inadvertently constrains its width, potentially making it look cramped or improperly aligned with the rest of your web page. If you’re experiencing a situation where your navigation bar (or <nav> element) seems stuck at a specific width and doesn’t honor your defined responsive settings, specifically a width of 90%, you’re not alone. Let’s delve deeper into the problem and explore the solution.

The Problem at Hand

In your specific case, the use of display: grid; on the <nav> element is creating an unexpected behavior. It appears that the width is limited to approximately 325.8px, which isn’t aligning with your desired layout of 90% of the browser's width.

Key Observations:

The introduction of display: grid; does not break other elements like <main> or <footer>; they continue functioning without issues.

Simply removing display: grid; solves the problem, allowing the <nav> to expand naturally. However, you still may want the structural benefits of using Grid.

Analyzing the Cause

CSS Grid is a powerful layout system that allows for complex designs to be achieved simply. However, it can also introduce constraints if other properties are not aligned correctly. In your case, max-width: 90%; is likely the culprit here. max-width restricts the element to a maximum width of 90% of the parent container but will never exceed whatever its computed width is at that time.

The Solution

To resolve this issue, the recommended change is simple yet effective: replace the max-width: 90%; with width: 90%;. This alteration forces the navigation bar to take up 90% of the available width in the viewport, providing the expected responsiveness without limitations.

Here’s how to implement the change in your CSS:

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Updated CSS Example

Here is your updated CSS snippet incorporating the fix:

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HTML Structure

Your HTML code remains unchanged and will continue to function smoothly:

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Conclusion

Navigating the nuances of CSS can be challenging, but with a good understanding of how properties interact, it becomes easier to achieve the desired layout. By switching from max-width to width, you can enjoy the advantages of CSS Grid while ensuring your <nav> element scales appropriately across different screen sizes. Implement this change, and your navigation bar should no longer exhibit unexpected width constraints!

Happy coding!