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What is HTML?

What is HTML?

If you’ve ever wondered how websites are made, the answer starts with HTML. Whether it’s a blog, an online store, or a social media site — they all use HTML in the background.

In this blog post:

  • What is HTML?
  • Why is HTML important?
  • Basic structure of an HTML document
  • Common HTML tags with examples

What is HTML?

HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language.
It is the standard language used to create and structure content on the web.

  • Think of HTML as the skeleton of a webpage.
  • It tells the browser how to display text, images, links, videos, and more.

Why is HTML important?

HTML is important because it:

  • Structures your webpage content.
  • Helps search engines understand your site.
  • Works with CSS and JavaScript to make your site look good and interact with users.

Basic Structure of an HTML Document

Explanation:

  • <!DOCTYPE html> – Tells the browser this is an HTML5 document.
  • – The root tag of an HTML page.
  • – Contains meta-information (like title, links, and scripts).
  • – Sets the page title (shown on browser tab).
  • – Contains the visible content like text, images, and buttons.

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