Basics
CSS Display
Controlling CSS Display
CSS display uses block, inline, none, and inline-block for layout.
Introduction to CSS Display
The CSS display property is a fundamental aspect of web design that determines the layout and visibility of HTML elements. It is used to control how an element is displayed on the page, whether as a block, inline, not displayed at all, or a combination of block and inline. Understanding the display property is crucial for creating effective and responsive web designs.
Block Display
An element with a block display takes up the full width available and starts on a new line. Common block elements include <div>, <h1> to <h6>, <p>, and <section>. Block elements can have width and height set.
Inline Display
An element with an inline display does not start on a new line and only takes up as much width as necessary. Inline elements cannot have width or height set. Examples include <span>, <a>, and <strong>.
None Display
The none display value makes an element invisible on the page. It is as if the element does not exist in the document flow, and it does not take up any space.
Inline-Block Display
The inline-block display value allows elements to be inline with other elements but also respect width and height properties. This is useful for creating layouts that require both inline and block characteristics.
Conclusion
Understanding the CSS display property and its values is essential for controlling the layout of elements on a web page. By mastering block, inline, none, and inline-block, you can create a wide variety of layouts to suit any design need.
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