How to Customize the Scrollbar in Blogger (Complete Guide) - KodeRian

Hello friends, welcome back to KodeRian Blog. In today’s tutorial, I’m going to share a very useful tip for Blogger users: how to change and customize the scrollbar style on your blog.

Most blogs use the default browser scrollbar, which looks plain and boring. But with just a little CSS, you can transform it into something modern, stylish, and more consistent with your blog design. This trick is simple enough for beginners yet flexible for advanced users who want to make their blog stand out.

Why Customize the Scrollbar?

• Better design consistency – Match the scrollbar with your theme colors.
• Improve user experience – A smooth, modern scrollbar feels more professional.
• Stand out from other blogs – Very few Blogger templates include a custom scrollbar by default.
• Perfect for dark mode themes – A glowing or gradient scrollbar looks great on dark backgrounds.

Demo: Custom Blogger Scrollbar

Before we dive into the steps, here’s a quick preview of what a customized scrollbar can look like:

👉 View Custom Scrollbar Demo on CodePen

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Customize Blogger Scrollbar

Follow these simple steps to add a custom scrollbar to your Blogger theme:

1. Log in to Blogger

Go to Blogger Dashboard and choose the blog you want to edit.

2. Open Theme Editor

Navigate to Theme > Edit HTML. This will open your blog’s template code.

3. Insert the CSS Code

Scroll down until you find the <b:skin> or <style> tag. Right below it, paste the following CSS:

::-webkit-scrollbar {
  height: 16px;
  width: 12px;
}
::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb {
  background: linear-gradient(transparent, #ff0000);
  border-radius: 6px;
}
::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb:hover {
  background: linear-gradient(transparent, #00c6ff);
}

4. Save the Theme

Click the Save button on the top right of the editor.

5. Refresh and Test

Open your blog in a new tab. Scroll down and see the magic — your scrollbar now has a stylish gradient effect!

Extra Tips for Better Scrollbar Design

• Match your brand colors: Replace #ff0000 and #00c6ff with your theme’s primary and accent colors.
• Rounded or flat style: Adjust border-radius for a sharper or smoother look.
• Dark mode support: Use @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) for different colors in dark themes.
• Add animations: CSS transitions can make hover effects smoother.

@media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) {
  ::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb {
    background: linear-gradient(transparent, #3367d6);
  }
}

FAQ: Custom Scrollbars in Blogger

1. Will this work in all browsers?
Custom scrollbars work mainly in browsers that support the ::-webkit-scrollbar property (Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera). Firefox uses a different property (scrollbar-color).

2. Can I use images or patterns?
Yes, you can use background images or CSS gradients for creative effects.

3. Will it slow down my blog?
No. Scrollbar customization is pure CSS and has almost zero impact on performance.

Final Thoughts

Customizing the scrollbar in Blogger is a small detail, but details matter. A well-designed scrollbar can make your blog look more professional and modern, especially when combined with a clean, responsive theme.

This tutorial showed you the basic CSS to edit Blogger scrollbars, and from here, you can experiment with colors, gradients, or even animations. Try it out today and give your blog a personal touch!

✅ Don’t forget to bookmark this tutorial — I will update it regularly with more CSS tips for Blogger customization.