How to Use Sass / SCSS in Next.js | Step-by-Step Setup, Installation & Best Practices

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Learn how to use Sass / SCSS in Next.js from the beginning! In this full tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to install Sass, set it up correctly in your Next.js project, and use it to make your styles clean, reusable, and powerful. If you’ve ever wondered how to add Sass or SCSS to Next.js, or whether you still need a compiler — this video answers it all. You’ll learn: How to create a new Next.js project and integrate Sass (no extra compiler needed). How to rename your CSS files to SCSS. How to import and use global SCSS styles in the Next.js App Router. The difference between Sass and SCSS. Why using Sass improves your workflow with nesting, variables, mixins, and partials. Common Questions Answered: 🟢 Do I need to configure Next.js to use Sass? → No. Next.js has built-in Sass support; you only install it with npm install sass. 🟢 Can I use both CSS and SCSS in one Next.js project? → Yes. You can mix both, but SCSS gives you advanced styling features. 🟢 Does Next.js automatically compile Sass? → Yes, once installed, it compiles SCSS behind the scenes during the build. 🟢 What are the benefits of using Sass in Next.js? → Cleaner code, reusability, modular styling, and improved maintainability. Whether you’re building a personal project or a professional app, mastering Sass in Next.js is essential for writing scalable and modern styles. 💡 Watch till the end to see a practical Sass demo in VS Code! Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction: What is Sass / SCSS and Why Use It in Next.js? 0:33 - How to Set Up Sass in Next.js (Step-by-Step Guide) 2:16 - Creating a New Next.js Project with Sass Support 6:31 - Do You Need a Sass Compiler in Next.js? (Explained) 7:46 - Installing Sass in Next.js using npm install sass 10:30 - Renaming global.css to global.scss in Next.js Project 11:06 - How to Import Global SCSS Files in Next.js Layout 14:30 - Practical Demo: Writing and Using Sass in VS Code Hashtags #Nextjs #Sass #SCSS #NextjsTutorial #NextjsStyling #WebDevelopment #FrontendDevelopment #NextjsTips #LearnNextjs #CSS #SassTutorial #SCSSNextjs #Nextjs2025 #WebDesign #CodingTutorial