Last updated: March 13, 2026
Chrome Extensions for Tailwind CSS Users (1970)
Inspect Tailwind classes, convert CSS to Tailwind, pick colors as Tailwind values, and supercharge your Tailwind workflow.
The Complete Tailwind Toolkit
Frontend Hero is the only extension with Tailwind Scanner, Tailwind Converter, AND a color picker that outputs Tailwind class names. Plus 8 more developer tools. One purchase, no subscription.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Frontend Hero | Tailscan | Free Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tailwind Class Inspection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CSS to Tailwind Conversion | Yes | No | Windy only |
| Color Picker → Tailwind | Yes | No | No |
| Live Editing | Yes | Yes | Limited |
| Additional Tools | 10+ more | None | None |
| Pricing | $59 one-time | $9/month | Free |
All-in-One Tailwind Toolkit
Frontend Hero
Recommended$59 one-timeComplete developer toolkit with dedicated Tailwind Scanner and Tailwind Converter. View Tailwind classes by category, convert any element to Tailwind, and pick colors as Tailwind class names.
For Tailwind users: The only tool that lets you inspect Tailwind classes organized by category (layout, spacing, typography, etc.), convert any CSS to Tailwind, AND pick colors directly as bg-blue-500, text-gray-700, etc.
Tailwind Inspection
Tailscan
$9/month subscriptionDedicated Tailwind CSS inspector with live editing capabilities. See Tailwind classes on any element and modify them in real-time.
For Tailwind users: Purpose-built for Tailwind with a polished interface. Good for inspecting Tailwind-built sites and experimenting with class changes.
Gimli Tailwind
FreeFree Tailwind CSS inspector that shows classes used on any element. Simple interface focused on viewing rather than editing.
For Tailwind users: Free alternative for basic Tailwind class inspection. No editing features, but gets the job done for viewing classes.
DevTools for Tailwind CSS
FreeBrowser DevTools enhancement that adds Tailwind class information to the Elements panel.
For Tailwind users: Integrates with existing DevTools workflow rather than being a separate panel. Good if you prefer staying in DevTools.
Tailwind CSS Devtools
FreeShows Tailwind classes applied to elements with grouping by property type.
For Tailwind users: Organizes classes by type (spacing, colors, typography) making it easier to understand complex class combinations.
Tail Lens
FreeLightweight Tailwind class inspector with hover-to-view functionality.
For Tailwind users: Quick and simple way to see Tailwind classes. Hover over any element to see its classes without opening DevTools.
CSS to Tailwind Conversion
Windy
FreeConverts CSS to Tailwind classes. Select an element and get the equivalent Tailwind classes.
For Tailwind users: Useful when recreating a design in Tailwind. Select any element and see what Tailwind classes would produce the same styles.
Color Picking
Eye Dropper
FreeSimple color picker that outputs HEX, RGB, and HSL values. Open source and privacy-focused.
For Tailwind users: Pick colors from any site, then manually convert to Tailwind classes. Works reliably but requires extra step to get Tailwind values.
The Smart Tailwind Setup
Here's what you actually need for Tailwind development:
❌ The Expensive Way
- • Tailscan ($9/month = $108/year)
- • Separate color picker extension
- • Separate CSS inspector extension
- • Separate font identifier
- • Separate screenshot tool
- 5 extensions + recurring cost
✓ The Smart Way
- • Frontend Hero ($59 one-time)
- → Tailwind Scanner
- → Tailwind Converter
- → Color Picker with Tailwind output
- → + 8 more developer tools
- 1 extension, lifetime access
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Tailwind inspection extensions can detect Tailwind classes on any website that uses Tailwind CSS. However, if a site uses CSS purging and minification, you'll see the compiled classes. The extensions work best on development builds or sites that don't heavily obfuscate their CSS.
Frontend Hero and Windy both offer CSS to Tailwind conversion. Frontend Hero's Tailwind Converter works on any element and is part of a larger toolkit. Windy is a free, standalone converter. Both handle common CSS properties well.
Frontend Hero is the only extension that outputs colors directly as Tailwind classes (like bg-blue-500 or text-gray-700). Other color pickers output HEX/RGB values that you'd need to manually match to Tailwind's color palette.
Frontend Hero includes both Tailwind Scanner and Tailwind Converter, so you don't need Tailscan. Frontend Hero also adds 9 more tools (CSS Scanner, Color Picker, Font Explorer, etc.) for one $59 payment versus Tailscan's $9/month subscription.
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