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iframe

An iframe (inline frame) is an HTML element that allows one webpage or external content to be displayed inside another webpage. It is commonly used to embed YouTube videos, Google Maps, online forms, and other websites without copying their content directly.

Basic Syntax

<iframe src="https://example.com" width="600" height="400"></iframe>
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The src attribute specifies the URL to display, while width and height control the iframe size.

Common Uses

  • Embedding YouTube videos
  • Displaying Google Maps
  • Adding online forms
  • Showing external web pages or widgets

Advantages

  • Easy to embed external content
  • Automatically updates when the source changes
  • Keeps embedded content separate from the main webpage

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