Non-standard
This feature is non-standard and is not on a standards track. Do not use it on production sites facing the Web: it will not work for every user. There may also be large incompatibilities between implementations and the behavior may change in the future.
Summary
The -webkit-overflow-scrolling CSS property controls whether or not touch devices use momentum-based scrolling for the given element.
Value not found in DB!
Values
auto- Use "regular" scrolling, where the content immediately ceases to scroll when you remove your finger from the touchscreen.
touch- Use momentum-based scrolling, where the content continues to scroll for a while after finishing the scroll gesture and removing your finger from the touchscreen. The speed and duration of the continued scrolling is proportional to how vigorous the scroll gesture was. Also creates a new stacking context.
Formal syntax
Syntax not found in DB!
Examples
-webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; /* lets it scroll lazy */ -webkit-overflow-scrolling: auto; /* stop scrolling immediately */
Specifications
Not part of any specification. Apple has a description in the Safari CSS Reference.
Browser compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari (WebKit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | ? | Not supported | ? | ? | ? |
| Feature | Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Phone | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | ? | Not supported | ? | ? | 5.0 |