What is the difference between Flexbox and Grid?

Flexbox and Grid are two different CSS modules for creating layouts, but with different goals and principles.

Flexbox is designed for one-dimensional arrangement of elements — along a single axis: either horizontally (row) or vertically (column). It is great for aligning, distributing space, and ordering elements in a row or column.

Grid is a two-dimensional system that works with both rows and columns simultaneously. Grid allows creating complex grid layouts with precise positioning of elements within grid cells.

Example:

• Flexbox: navigation menu where items are in a row and need to be centered.
• Grid: a complex landing page with multiple sections, columns, and rows.

Thus, Flexbox is better suited for simple linear layouts, while Grid is ideal for complex grid structures.