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title

The title attribute in HTML provides additional information about an element, typically displayed as a tooltip when the user hovers over it.

title attribute

The title global attribute provides advisory information about the associated element.

  • Usage: The title attribute is used for labeling elements such as <iframe>, data table controls, and <abbr> for expanding abbreviations. It is also applicable with <link rel="alternate"> for alternate stylesheets.

Syntax

index.html
<element title="text">

Example

The three primary web development technologies are HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

index.html
<p>The three primary web development technologies are
<abbr title="Hypertext Markup Language">HTML</abbr>,
<abbr title="Cascading Stylesheets">CSS</abbr>, and
JavaScript.</p>

Accessibility concerns

The title attribute can present difficulties for:

  • Touchscreen device users
  • Keyboard navigation users
  • People relying on assistive technologies, such as screen readers or magnifiers
  • Individuals with limited fine motor skills
  • Users with cognitive impairments

See also

Conclusion

The title attribute provides supplementary information about an element, often shown as a tooltip. However, it can pose challenges for certain users, including those with disabilities or using assistive technologies. Developers should be mindful of its limitations for accessibility.

target

The target attribute in HTML specifies where the linked content or form submission will be displayed, such as in the current window, a new tab, or a designated frame.

translate

The translate attribute in HTML determines if the content of an element should be translated when the page is viewed in different languages. It accepts values of "yes" or "no."