Remember those basic, boring userlookups everyone had back in the day? Yeah, those days are long gone. Now, with a little CSS magic, your userlookup can be a vibrant expression of your Neopian self! Whether you’re a coding newbie or a seasoned CSS sorcerer, this guide will help you unlock a world of customization.

What is a Userlookup?

For those unfamiliar, a userlookup is essentially your Neopets profile page. It’s where you can showcase your pets, trophies, Neopian goals, and basically anything else you want to share with the world.

Why Use CSS?

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is a language that dictates how your userlookup looks. Think of it as the interior design of your Neopian home. With CSS, you can:

• Change fonts and colors: Say goodbye to Times New Roman and embrace the whimsy of Comic Sans or the elegance of Georgia.
• Rearrange elements: Tired of the standard layout? Move things around, hide sections, and create a unique structure.
• Add backgrounds and images: Spice things up with a background image of your favorite Neopian land or a pattern that reflects your personality.
• And so much more! The possibilities are limited only by your imagination (and maybe a little bit by Neopets’ rules, so keep it safe!).

Finding CSS Snippets

The beauty of CSS is that you don’t have to be a coding wizard to use it. Plenty of generous Neopians have created and shared CSS snippets that you can easily copy and paste. A full list is at the bottom of this article.

How to Use CSS Snippets

1. Find a snippet you like. Browse the resources above and find a design that catches your eye.
2. Copy the code. Select all the code in the snippet and copy it to your clipboard.
3. Go to your userlookup. Navigate to your Neopets profile page.
4. Edit your profile. Click the “Edit User Info” button.
5. Paste the code. In the “About Me” section, paste the CSS code you copied.
6. Preview and update. Neopets provides a preview option, so check how your userlookup looks and make any necessary adjustments. Once you’re happy, click “Update Description.”

Important Notes:

• Neopets has rules. Make sure your CSS doesn’t violate any Neopets terms and conditions. Avoid anything that could be disruptive or offensive.
• Back up your code. Before making changes, save a copy of your existing code just in case something goes wrong.
• Experiment and have fun! The best way to learn CSS is by playing around with it. Try different snippets, tweak the code, and see what amazing creations you can come up with.

Beyond Snippets: Learning CSS

If you’re feeling adventurous and want to delve deeper into CSS, there are tons of online resources to help you learn:

• Codecademy: Offers interactive CSS courses for all skill levels.
• freeCodeCamp: Provides a comprehensive curriculum with a focus on web development, including CSS.
• W3Schools: A go-to website for web development tutorials, including a detailed CSS tutorial.

By mastering CSS, you can take your userlookup to the next level and create a truly unique and personalized space in Neopia. So go forth, fellow Neopians, and let your creativity shine!

CREATING CIRCULAR IMAGES

ROUNDED IMAGE EDGES

(BUT NOT PERFECTLY CIRCULAR)

CREATING ALTERNATING ROUNDED AND POINTED IMAGE EDGES

HORIZONTALLY INVERTING A PAGE

(NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MOST BROWSERS)

MAKING CODE BOXES

(REPLACE THE PARENTHESIS WITH GREATER/LESS THAN SIGNS)

<br /><br /> (TEXTAREA)YOUR CODE GOES HERE(/TEXTAREA)<br /><br />

 

REMOVING STATS IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> .contentModuleContent img {<br /><br /> display: none;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR SHIELD IMAGE

</p><br /> <style><br /> #userinfo .medText table td img {<br /><br /> width: 60px;<br /><br /> height: auto;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR TRADES, AUCTIONS, WISHLIST, NEOMAIL, & NEOFRIEND IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> #userinfo .medText table td table td img {<br /><br /> width: 25px;<br /><br /> height: 25px;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR SHOP KEEPER IMAGE

</p><br /> <style><br /> #usershop img {<br /><br /> width: 90px;<br /><br /> height: 90px;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR COLLECTION IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> #usercollections img {<br /><br /> width: 40px;<br /><br /> height: auto;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR NEOPETS’ IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> #userneopets img {<br /><br /> width: 70px;<br /><br /> height: 70px;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

ADJUSTING THE SIZE OF YOUR TROPHY IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> #usertrophies img {<br /><br /> width: 40px;<br /><br /> height: 40px;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

DASHED IMAGE BORDERS – STAT IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> .contentModuleContent img {<br /><br /> border: 1px dashed #000000;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

CHANGING THE COLORS OF YOUR IMAGE BORDERS – STAT IMAGES

</p><br /> <style><br /> .contentModuleContent img {<br /><br /> border: 1px solid red;<br /><br /> }<br /><br /> </style><br /> <p>

CREATING CIRCULAR NEOPET IMAGES