3 Tailwind Mistakes I Stopped Making
Small mistakes in Tailwind can slow you down. Here are the top 3 errors I fixed and how you can avoid them.
1. Overusing !important Classes
When I first started Tailwind, I added !important everywhere to override styles. It worked, but it made my code messy and hard to maintain. Now, I rely on proper class ordering and responsive utilities.
2. Ignoring Component Reuse
I used to copy-paste class combinations for buttons, cards, or forms. This led to inconsistencies. Now I create reusable components or apply @apply in CSS files to keep things consistent.
3. Forgetting Responsive Design Early
Sometimes I would style only for desktop first, then struggle to adjust for mobile. My current workflow: always start mobile-first, using Tailwind’s responsive prefixes from the beginning.
Takeaway:
Tailwind is powerful, but using it wisely keeps your projects clean, maintainable, and fast to build.
