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CSS Box model

In CSS, the term "box model" is used when talking about web design and layout.The CSS box model is essentially a box that wraps around every HTML element.

Every box consists of four parts: content, padding, borders and margins.

EXPLANATION

  • Content - The content of the box, where text and images appear
  • Padding - Clears an area around the content. The padding is transparent
  • Border- A border that goes around the padding and content
  • Margin - Clears an area outside the border. The margin is transparent
div{
  width: 400px;
  border: 12px solid green;
  padding: 50px;
  margin: 20px;
}
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