<option>
Forms
One choice inside a select.
| How to write it | <option></option> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </option> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | value, selected |
| Category | Forms |
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 <option> tag?
One choice inside a select.
Q. How do you write <option>?
As <option></option>. The opening <option> pairs with the closing </option>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <option>?
value, selected are the usual ones.
Q. What group does <option> belong to?
The forms group.