In today's video we'll learn how to harness the power of < div >
elements to create stunning, responsive, and dynamic web layouts. Simply put,
< div >
is an empty container that is used to group related
html elements together, making it very easy to apply styles, arrange content,
and manipulate layout. Think of it as a rectangular box that can hold text,
images, forms, or other HTML elements .
In this video we learned that < div >
elements could be used to
group related html elements together as well as to create a
responsive, and dynamic web layouts. Here is a short summary:
< div >
element
HTML < div >
act as a generic container for grouping related content together.
It plays a very important role in creating a structured layout for web pages.
The syntax itself is very simple. It has opening tag and closing tag
< div >
Content Goes Here
< /div >
< div >
Elements
By using < div >
containers, it's possible to logically separate
distinct sections of a page, such as header, navigation, main content, and footer.
These containers act as a framework for applying consistent styling and layout,
making it easier to manage and maintain the design.
Nesting < div >
elements allows for even finer organization,
aiding in the creation of complex layouts.
< div >
For Responsive Design
< div >
elements play a pivotal role in achieving
responsiveness by enabling developers to adapt layouts to various screen dimensions.
This could be achieved either by using a media queries or by using relative unites (i.e.percentage-based). We'll cover this in great details in our CSS tutorials.
Now is your turn! Remember: "Practice makes perfect"!
Below you'll find a code editor for HTML, SCC, and JS so you can practice your code. You'll see immediately how your webpage will look in web browser. Have Fun Coding!
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