How to Customize Social Media Button Colors and Sizes
NiftyButtons offers flexible customization options. Here's how to modify colors, sizes, and styles to match your brand perfectly.
Built-in Generator Options
Available Sizes:
- Small: 32px - Perfect for headers and compact layouts
- Medium: 48px - Ideal for most website locations
- Large: 64px - Great for emphasis and landing pages
- Extra Large: 80px - Best for hero sections and featured areas
Color Options:
- Brand Colors: Official social media brand colors
- Monochrome: Black, white, or gray variations
- Custom Colors: Choose any color to match your brand
Style Variations:
- Rounded corners
- Square icons
- Circular buttons
- Various hover effects
How to Customize in the Generator
- Go to the NiftyButtons Generator
- Select your social media platforms
- Enter your profile URLs
- Choose your preferred size from the dropdown
- Select your color scheme
- Pick a style (rounded, square, circular)
- Preview your buttons
- Generate and download your code
Tip: You can always regenerate with different settings if you want to try a new look!
Advanced CSS Customization
Change Button Size:
/* Make buttons larger */
.niftybuttons a {
width: 60px !important;
height: 60px !important;
}
/* Make buttons smaller */
.niftybuttons a {
width: 30px !important;
height: 30px !important;
}
Change Colors:
/* Custom background color */
.niftybuttons a {
background-color: #your-color !important;
}
/* Custom icon color */
.niftybuttons svg {
fill: #your-color !important;
}
/* Hover effects */
.niftybuttons a:hover {
background-color: #hover-color !important;
transform: scale(1.1);
}
Spacing and Layout:
/* Adjust spacing between buttons */
.niftybuttons a {
margin: 0 8px !important;
}
/* Stack vertically on mobile */
@media (max-width: 768px) {
.niftybuttons a {
display: block;
margin: 8px 0;
}
}
Popular Color Combinations
Brand Color Examples:
- Facebook: #1877F2
- Instagram: #E4405F
- Twitter/X: #1DA1F2
- LinkedIn: #0A66C2
- YouTube: #FF0000
- TikTok: #000000
Neutral Options:
- Black: #000000
- White: #FFFFFF
- Gray: #6B7280
- Dark Gray: #374151
Custom Brand Colors:
Use your website's brand colors to create a cohesive look that matches your overall design.
Responsive Sizing Tips
Different Sizes for Different Screens:
/* Desktop */
.niftybuttons a {
width: 48px;
height: 48px;
}
/* Tablet */
@media (max-width: 1024px) {
.niftybuttons a {
width: 44px;
height: 44px;
}
}
/* Mobile */
@media (max-width: 768px) {
.niftybuttons a {
width: 40px;
height: 40px;
}
}
Touch-Friendly Sizing:
For mobile devices, ensure buttons are at least 44px × 44px for easy tapping according to accessibility guidelines.
💡 Customization Pro Tips
- Test your custom colors for sufficient contrast and accessibility
- Use your brand's color palette to maintain consistency
- Consider hover effects to improve user experience
- Always preview on multiple devices before going live
- Use CSS custom properties for easier color management
- Keep a backup of your original generated code before making changes