GoHighLevel Gradient & Blur Guide

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GoHighLevel Gradient & Background Blur Tutorial

If you are used to tools like ClickUp for organizing work and want similar clarity in your funnel design process, this guide will walk you step by step through using gradients and background blur in the GoHighLevel page builder. You will learn exactly where the controls live, how each setting behaves, and how to combine them for polished, modern layouts.

This how-to article follows the official GoHighLevel documentation while expanding it into a practical, easy-to-follow workflow you can apply to any page, section, row, or element.

Accessing Gradient Controls in GoHighLevel

Gradients in the GoHighLevel page builder are managed directly from the styling panel of the object you select. You can apply them to sections, rows, columns, or individual elements.

  1. Open your GoHighLevel site or funnel page in the page builder.
  2. Click on the section, row, or element where you want the gradient background.
  3. In the right-hand sidebar, locate the Background settings area.
  4. Switch from a solid color to a gradient type if available.

From this point, you can adjust the colors, direction, and behavior of the gradient to match your design.

Understanding GoHighLevel Gradient Types

The GoHighLevel page builder offers multiple ways to create gradient effects. Each type controls how colors transition across the element.

GoHighLevel Linear Gradients

A linear gradient blends colors along a straight line. It is ideal for simple, professional backgrounds.

  • Direction: Set the angle (for example, 90°, 180°, 270°) to control whether the gradient runs left-to-right, top-to-bottom, or diagonally.
  • Color stops: Add or remove color points to control where each color begins and ends.
  • Use cases: Hero sections, banners, headers, and simple backgrounds behind text.

GoHighLevel Radial & Advanced Gradients

Some templates or widgets may expose radial or more advanced gradient options.

  • Radial gradients: Colors radiate from a center point outward, great for spotlight effects behind images or text.
  • Position controls: Move the gradient center to focus attention on key content.
  • Advanced combinations: Pair gradients with overlays or images for layered visuals.

When available, these options are controlled from the same background settings panel in the GoHighLevel editor.

Configuring Gradient Colors in GoHighLevel

Fine-tuning gradient colors is essential for a clean, on-brand design.

  1. With your element selected, open the Background settings.
  2. Click on the first gradient color swatch to select a primary color.
  3. Choose from the color picker or paste a HEX / RGBA code for brand consistency.
  4. Repeat for the second (and any additional) gradient color stops.

Adjust each color stop position using any available sliders so the transition occurs in the right part of your layout, such as behind a headline or call-to-action button.

Using Background Blur in GoHighLevel

Background blur lets you soften images, gradient layers, or content behind an element, creating depth and focus in your layout.

Where to Find Background Blur in GoHighLevel

Depending on the element type, the blur control may appear under background or advanced visual settings.

  1. Select the section, row, or element where you want blur applied.
  2. In the right-hand sidebar, look for a Blur or Background Blur slider or input field.
  3. Increase the value to make the background more blurred; decrease it for a sharper look.

As you adjust, use the live preview to ensure your text and primary elements stay readable.

Best Practices for GoHighLevel Background Blur

  • Subtlety: Use moderate blur so background content supports, but does not overpower, your main message.
  • Contrast: Make sure there is enough contrast between foreground text and the blurred area for accessibility.
  • Hierarchy: Use stronger blur behind secondary content and lighter blur behind primary CTAs to guide attention.

Combining Gradients and Background Blur in GoHighLevel

When gradients and background blur are combined correctly, they produce highly polished designs in GoHighLevel landing pages and websites.

  1. Apply a gradient to a section background in the page builder.
  2. Place an image or video row above or below that section as needed.
  3. Enable background blur on an overlay or container element to soften the gradient or media behind it.
  4. Test on both desktop and mobile views to ensure readability and visual balance.

Experiment with layering: for example, put a gradient behind an image, then use a slightly blurred overlay card for text and buttons.

Troubleshooting Gradient & Blur Settings in GoHighLevel

If your gradients or background blur are not displaying as expected in GoHighLevel, check these common issues:

  • Element selection: Confirm you are editing the correct section, row, or inner container.
  • Layer order: Make sure another solid color or image is not covering the gradient.
  • Opacity settings: Check if background opacity is set too low or too high, hiding your effect.
  • Mobile overrides: Look for device-specific settings that might disable or alter the gradient on smartphones or tablets.

Preview the page on multiple devices and browsers from inside the GoHighLevel builder to validate the final appearance.

Additional GoHighLevel Design Tips

Beyond gradients and blur, a few extra design routines will improve consistency across all your GoHighLevel pages.

  • Save frequently used styles as templates or duplicated sections.
  • Match gradients to brand colors rather than random hues.
  • Limit heavy blur and complex gradients on long pages to keep performance smooth.

For official information on these specific visual features, you can always refer back to the original GoHighLevel help article on gradients and background blur at this support page.

Next Steps for Optimizing Your GoHighLevel Pages

Once you are comfortable implementing gradients and background blur, integrate them into your overall funnel strategy. Use them to highlight offers, segment sections, and create visual rhythm. If you want strategic help aligning your visual design, copy, and automations, you can learn more at Consultevo, a consulting resource for digital marketing systems.

By mastering these design tools directly inside GoHighLevel, you can create modern, high-converting pages without relying on external page builders or complex custom code.

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