Fix browser scrolling bug when viewport height is insufficient #69
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…insufficient - Change body height from 100% to min-height: 100vh to allow scrolling - Add overflow-x: hidden to html to prevent horizontal scroll issues - Ensure body can expand beyond viewport when content requires it - Maintains existing layout while fixing clipped content issue Fixes #36
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Summary
Fixes #36 - Resolves the browser scrolling bug where content gets clipped with no scrollbar when browser window height is insufficient.
Changes Made
height: 100%tomin-height: 100vhon body elementoverflow-x: hiddento html element to prevent unwanted horizontal scrollbarsTechnical Details
The issue was caused by
height: 100%on the body element, which constrains the body to exactly the viewport height. When content exceeds this height, it gets clipped because the body cannot expand.By changing to
min-height: 100vh, the body:Testing
✅ Content now scrolls properly when it exceeds viewport height
✅ No horizontal scrollbars appear unexpectedly
✅ Existing responsive design still works correctly
✅ Both light and dark themes function properly
Type of Change
This is a simple but important fix that improves the user experience for visitors with smaller screens or windows.