Glossary · Beginner
HTML attribute
An HTML attribute adds a name-value setting or state to an element, such as a link destination or document language.
- Author
- Editorial team
- Reviewer
- Publication review pending
- Review tier
- annual
Definition
An attribute appears in an element’s start tag and supplies configuration,
state, or a relationship. The href attribute of a link supplies its
destination; the lang attribute supplies a language.
Syntax
<a href="/about">About this site</a>Attribute values are data, not visual decoration. Use only attributes permitted for the element and purpose.