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CSS Padding

Padding in CSS refers to the space between the content of an element and its border. It helps control the internal spacing within an element.

Padding Properties

CSS provides several properties to manage padding:

  • padding: Sets all padding properties in one declaration.
  • padding-top: Sets the padding at the top of an element.
  • padding-right: Sets the padding on the right side of an element.
  • padding-bottom: Sets the padding at the bottom of an element.
  • padding-left: Sets the padding on the left side of an element.

Padding Values

Various values can be used for the padding property:

  • length: Specifies padding in pixels, points, centimeters, etc. The default value is 0px.
  • %: Defines padding in percent of the width of the containing element.
  • inherit: Inherits the padding from the parent element.

Using Padding in CSS

A sample HTML and CSS code demonstrating the use of padding:

Padding: Shorthand Property

The shorthand property for setting padding concisely:

  • padding: 20px 10px 30px 5px;
    • Top padding: 20px
    • Right padding: 10px
    • Bottom padding: 30px
    • Left padding: 5px

Benefits of Padding

  • Improved Readability: Padding helps in enhancing the readability and visual appeal of the content on a webpage.
  • Spacing and Alignment: It allows elements to be appropriately spaced and aligned within their containers.

Tips and Best Practices

  • Consistency: Maintain consistent padding values across similar elements for a uniform layout.
  • Responsive Design: Adjust padding for different screen sizes to ensure a responsive layout.

<!DOCTYPE html>  
<html>  
<head>  
<style>  
div {
    width: 200px;
    height: 100px;
    background-color: lightblue;
    padding: 20px;
}
</style>  
</head>  
<body>  
<div>Content with padding</div>
</body>  
</html>
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