<svg>
Media
Draws vector graphics inline; they stay sharp at any size.
| How to write it | <svg></svg> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </svg> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | viewBox, width, height |
| Category | Media |
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 <svg> tag?
Draws vector graphics inline; they stay sharp at any size.
Q. How do you write <svg>?
As <svg></svg>. The opening <svg> pairs with the closing </svg>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <svg>?
viewBox, width, height are the usual ones.
Q. What group does <svg> belong to?
The media group.