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September 21, 2023
Are you ready to dive deeper into the universe of HTML? You’ve mastered the everyday superheroes like <p>, <h1>, <div>, and <img>, but there’s a legion of unsung heroes waiting to supercharge your web pages. Let’s lift the secret identity of these lesser-known, yet super-powered HTML tags.
Why do I need to know HTML you say? Well, if you are anything like me then you despise paying for something that you can do yourself. Most Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress, give you the option to plug in your own HTML, so why not give some these super-powered tags a spin!
Ready for a magical trick? With the <details> tag, you can pull a rabbit out of your hat, creating an interactive widget to hide or reveal additional information. Use the <summary> tag as the hat, offering a sneak peek of what’s underneath.
<details>
<summary>Eager for a surprise?</summary>
<p>Surprise! Here's the rabbit that was hidden in the hat.</p>
</details>
Surprise! Here's the rabbit that was hidden in the hat.
Want your website to read users’ minds? The <datalist> tag, coupled with the <input> element, conjures up an autocomplete dropdown list, predicting users’ inputs before they finish typing.
<input list="browsers" name="browser" id="browser"
default="Click Here">
<datalist id="browsers">
<option value="Chrome">
<option value="Firefox">
<option value="Safari">
<option value="Opera">
<option value="Edge">
</datalist>
Need to guide your audience’s attention? The <mark> tag operates like a spotlight, illuminating crucial parts of your text and commanding attention.
<p>Here's the secret: <mark>you're awesome!</mark></p>
Here's the secret: you're awesome!
The <progress> tag is your personal taskmaster, keeping track of task completion. Set the task’s progression and maximum value to keep everyone informed.
<progress value="70" max="100"></progress>
Bring images to life with the <figcaption> tag. Nestled within a <figure> element, it weaves a story, providing context to an image, and enhancing accessibility.
<figure>
<img decoding="async" class="lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" data-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500382017468-9049fed747ef?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&ixid=M3wxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8fA%3D%3D&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1332&q=80" alt="A stunning sunset"><noscript><img decoding="async" class="lazyload" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500382017468-9049fed747ef?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&ixid=M3wxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8fA%3D%3D&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1332&q=80" alt="A stunning sunset"></noscript>
<figcaption>A Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@federicorespini?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Federico Respini</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/s/photos/sunrise?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a>
</figcaption>
</figure>
Harnessing the potential of these underutilized HTML tags could be your secret formula for crafting outstanding web experiences. They are not just tags; they are your toolkit for building a more dynamic, accessible, and engaging site. So, web designers, it’s time to put on your capes, embrace these HTML superheroes, and ascend to new heights in your coding journey. Let’s transform the web one tag at a time!
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