In this article, we will discuss about the background attribute and how it is deprecated in HTML5. What is Background Attribute? In HTML, the “background” can be used as an attribute with an HTML element (such as div, table, body etc.). We can specify an image to set background of the webpage etc. The most frequently used image formats are PNG, JPEG, and GIF. Syntax Following is the syntax of background attribute with an HTML element − This attribute is DEPRECATED in HTML5 and we are recommended not to use this. Instead, in HTML5, the preferred way ... Read More

To flip the text using CSS, we will be using CSS transform property. Flipping is a technique that transforms or mirrors an element on particular axis (horizontal or vertical). We will be understanding three different approaches to fip the text using CSS. In this article, we are having some textual content written using span tag. Our task is to flip the text using CSS. Approaches to Flip the Text using CSS Here is a list of approaches to flip the text using CSS which we will be discussing in this article with stepwise explaination and complete example codes. ... Read More

Fading is a visual representation of a gradual transition between two states of visibility. We can perform fading animation using the @keyframes rule and opacity property in CSS3. In this article we are having two div boxes with some written content in the child div. Our task is to apply fading text animation effect using CSS3. Types of Fading Animation There are two types of fading animations which are listed below: Fade-In Text Animation Fade-Out Text Animation Fade-In Text Animation Fade-in text animation makes a text appear gradually from ... Read More

Sometimes, we may have noticed links on webpages that leads us to a different webpage. In some websites, if we click on that certain links, they will open in a new browser tab or on a new window and some websites reuse one new browser tab for subsequent clicks on the link. Additionally, some websites use the same original page for the links. These behaviors are achieved by utilizing the HTML target attribute. In this article, we will explore how to use the target="blank" and target="_blank" attributes to open hyperlinks in new tabs. The Target Attribute The target is an ... Read More

A Navigation Bar is a GUI element which allows the users to navigate through a website or application. It is typically a list of links at the top or side of the screen and assists users in navigating to various areas or pages within the website. Navigation bars are implemented in operating systems, file browsers, web browsers, apps, web sites and other similar user interfaces. In this article, we are going to design an animated side navigation bar using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. How to Create an Animated Side Navigation Bar Following are the steps to design an animated side ... Read More

In this article, we are going to create a letter-spacing animation effect using HTML and CSS. To do so, we have CSS letter-spacing property and CSS @keyframes rule. CSS Letter-spacing Property The letter-spacing property in CSS is used to set the horizontal spacing between the text characters. If we assign a positive value for this property, the character spaces will spread farther apart. If we assign a negative value for this property, it brings the characters closer together. Syntax Following is the syntax of CSS letter-spacing property − letter-spacing: value; CSS @keyframes Rule In CSS, the ... Read More

A navigation bar is part of a webpage where it contains links to appropriate sections/ pages in a website that helps users in browsing the website fast and effortlessly. The navigation bar can be implemented in many ways, but the traditional way of implementing is horizontal and vertical bars. In this article, we are going to design a vertical side navigation bar using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Creating a Hoverable Side Navigation Following are the steps to design hoverable side navigation buttons with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript − Step 1 − Add the following HTML code. ... Read More

In general, blur is a visual effect of human eye that happens when the viewer cannot be able to see the details of the object clearly. In HTML, we can apply the blur effect to elements on webpage (such as images) using CSS properties. To do so, we use the filter property along with the blur() function. This function applies a Gaussian blur effect to the image element, which makes it softer and less defined. Syntax Following is the syntax of the filter property with blur() function − filter: blur(radius); This function accepts a single parameter (i.e. radius) that ... Read More

The HTML tag is used to create a blinking effect on texts. The text inside this tag would flash on and off at a default rate. The main purpose of this tag is that it can draw attention of the user. However, this tag is no longer supported and it is deprecated in HTML 4.0 version and is no longer supported in modern browsers. Instead, we can use CSS animations or JavaScript as an alternative for the “” tag. Syntax Following is the syntax of HTML tag − The text to blink. Example In the ... Read More

Adding HTML entities using CSS content allows you to insert special characters or symbols without changing HTML structure directly. In HTML and CSS, entities are special characters that have reserved meanings or representations. They are typically used to display characters that are not readily available on a standard keyboard or, to represent special symbols or characters with specific semantic meanings. CSS provides a way to add HTML entities using the content property. The content property is primarily used with pseudo-elements, such as ::before and ::after selectors, to insert content before or after an element. In this article, we are having ... Read More