Question 1

How to use CSS Modal with dynamic content?

Accepted Answer

CSS Modal requires pre-defined HTML markup, so for dynamic content, you need to inject the modal structure into the DOM before triggering it. Use JavaScript to generate elements on the fly or consider alternative solutions for highly interactive apps.

Question 2

CSS Modal vs Bootstrap modal – which is better for accessibility?

Accepted Answer

CSS Modal excels with its pure CSS core, ensuring accessibility without JavaScript, while Bootstrap Modal relies more on JS but offers more features out-of-the-box. Choose CSS Modal if no-JS fallback is critical, but Bootstrap for quicker setup with pre-styled components.

Question 3

How to handle videos in CSS Modal without plugins?

Accepted Answer

Without plugins, you must manually stop videos using JavaScript events like 'cssmodal:hide'. The README notes that media doesn't auto-pause, so add custom code to pause playback when the modal closes.

Question 4

Does CSS Modal work without any JavaScript at all?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the basic modal display and closing via hash links work without JS, as stated in the pure CSS foundation. However, features like ESC key closing and focus management require the optional JavaScript enhancements.

Question 5

How to prevent modals from stacking in CSS Modal?

Accepted Answer

Add the data-attribute `data-stackable='false'` to the modal element to make it non-stackable. This prevents multiple modals from opening simultaneously, as explained in the usage notes.

Question 6

Is CSS Modal good for IE8 support?

Accepted Answer

It works functionally in IE8 but requires jQuery for events and full compatibility, as mentioned in the browser support section. This adds a dependency that might not be ideal for lightweight projects.

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