Tailwind CSS v4.1 in a React Vite Project: Setup and New Features
By Sharan Panthi
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Tailwind CSS v4.1 brings significant improvements over its predecessors, offering a streamlined setup process, enhanced performance, and modern CSS features that make it an excellent choice for styling React applications built with Vite. This article guides you through setting up Tailwind CSS v4.1 in a React Vite project and highlights the key new features compared to older versions (e.g., v3.x). Whether you're starting a new project or upgrading, this guide will help you leverage Tailwind's latest capabilities.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed:
- Node.js: Version 20 or higher (required for Tailwind CSS v4.1).
- npm or pnpm: For package management.
- VSCode or another code editor: For editing project files.
- A basic understanding of React and Vite.
Step-by-Step Setup
Follow these steps to set up Tailwind CSS v4.1 in a new or existing React Vite project.