.cardImageContainer border-radius: 12px; transition: 0.2s; .cardImageContainer:hover transform: scale(1.02); .skinHeader background: #0a0c10dd !important; border-bottom: 1px solid #222; .listItem background: #111; border-radius: 8px; margin: 4px 0; .button-submit background: #00aaff; border-radius: 24px;
This theme is designed for users who want a rich, colorful interface with customizable background images and blended color themes.
The "Customization" section is the premier place to find community-driven CSS threads. Authors regularly update their code to ensure compatibility with the latest Emby Server releases.
A great first step is to change the static background to an image. You can do this by adding CSS code to your custom CSS box. For example, to set a background image for the home screen, you would use something like this:
“Custom CSS” or “CSS Manager” (via Emby Plugin Catalog) Advantages:
/* Smoothly zoom posters on hover */ .cardScalable:hover transform: scale(1.05); transition: transform 0.2s ease-in-out; box-shadow: 0 10px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.5); .cardScalable transition: transform 0.2s ease-in-out; Use code with caution. 2. Frosted Glass (Glassmorphism) Details
div.view-home-home background-image: url("/web/images/your-image.jpg"); background-size: cover;
Applying a custom theme to Emby is incredibly simple and does not require modifying any core system files. Because it is done through the built-in web dashboard, your changes are safe from being overwritten during server updates. Open your Emby server dashboard via a web browser.
: Emby updates can occasionally change core class names. Keep a backup text file of your custom CSS so you can easily edit or roll back changes if an update breaks your layout. How to Apply Your Code
Refresh your browser or restart your client app to see the transformation. Essential CSS Snippets to Improve Your Layout
Adding a personal background image can dramatically change the feel of your Emby interface. You can reference either a local image on your server or a web URL:
Creating a great CSS theme for Emby involves some trial and error. Don't hesitate to experiment with different styles and use the browser's developer tools to inspect and adjust your work in real-time. If you're modifying an existing theme, keep the original file's functionality in mind to avoid breaking the interface.