<li>
Lists
One item in a list; it belongs inside a ul or an ol.
| How to write it | <li></li> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </li> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | value |
| Category | Lists |
How to read this
- Most tags come in pairs, opening and closing. Only tags with no content — img, br — are left unclosed.
- Writing </br> for a void element does nothing useful; the browser ignores it or adds an empty line.
- Appearance is CSS’s job. A tag says what something is; bold or italic is only the consequence.
- Choosing the tag that matches the meaning helps search engines and screen readers alike. Wrapping everything in div throws that information away.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the HTML <li> tag?
One item in a list; it belongs inside a ul or an ol.
Q. How do you write <li>?
As <li></li>. The opening <li> pairs with the closing </li>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <li>?
value are the usual ones.
Q. What group does <li> belong to?
The lists group.