<ol>
Lists
An ordered list; start sets the first number and reversed counts backwards.
| How to write it | <ol></ol> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </ol> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | start, reversed, type |
| 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 <ol> tag?
An ordered list; start sets the first number and reversed counts backwards.
Q. How do you write <ol>?
As <ol></ol>. The opening <ol> pairs with the closing </ol>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <ol>?
start, reversed, type are the usual ones.
Q. What group does <ol> belong to?
The lists group.