Multimedia
HTML Computercode
Formatting Code Snippets
HTML computercode uses <code> and <pre> for displaying code snippets.
Understanding the <code> Tag
The <code> tag is used to define a piece of computer code. By default, it displays in a monospace font, which is typical for code snippets. This tag is useful for inline code, meaning it can be part of a paragraph or sentence.
Understanding the <pre> Tag
The <pre> tag is used for preformatted text. It preserves both spaces and line breaks, which makes it ideal for displaying blocks of code. Text within <pre> tags is displayed in a monospace font as well.
Combining <pre> and <code> Tags
Often, <pre> and <code> tags are used together to display code blocks. This combination ensures that the code is both properly formatted and semantically correct.
Styling Code Snippets with CSS
You can style code snippets using CSS to improve readability or match the design of your webpage. Here are a few basic styles you can apply.
Practical Example: Displaying Code on a Web Page
Below is a practical example of how <code> and <pre> can be used together along with CSS styles to display a JavaScript function on a webpage.
