HTML Attributes
- Enhancing Elements with Additional Information HTML attributes provide additional information about HTML elements, allowing you to customize their behavior and appearance.
- Attributes are always specified in the start tag of an element and usually come in name/value pairs, such as
name="value".
Common HTML Attributes
Here are some commonly used HTML attributes and their purposes:
class: Specifies one or more class names for an element, allowing you to apply CSS styles or JavaScript functionality to specific elements.id: Provides a unique identifier for an element, which can be used to target and manipulate the element with CSS or JavaScript.src: Specifies the source URL of an external resource, such as an image or a script.href: Defines the URL destination of a hyperlink when used with the<a>element.alt: Specifies alternative text for an image, which is displayed if the image fails to load.style: Allows you to apply inline CSS styles directly to an element, controlling its appearance.disabled: Disables an input element or a button, preventing user interaction.placeholder: Provides a short hint or example text within an input field to guide users on what to enter.target: Specifies where to open the linked document when used with the<a>element, such as in a new tab or window.- These are just a few examples of the many HTML attributes available. Each element has its own set of attributes that can be used to customize its behavior and appearance.
Using HTML Attributes
To use an attribute, you include it within the opening tag of an HTML element. Here's an example: