<style>
Script and style
CSS written directly in the document, usually inside head.
| How to write it | <style></style> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </style> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | media |
| Category | Script and style |
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 <style> tag?
CSS written directly in the document, usually inside head.
Q. How do you write <style>?
As <style></style>. The opening <style> pairs with the closing </style>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <style>?
media are the usual ones.
Q. What group does <style> belong to?
The script and style group.