Inline vs. Block Element in HTML: Understanding the Difference

In HTML, elements are categorized into two types: inline and block elements.

Inline Elements:

  • Flow within text content.

  • No line breaks before or after themselves.

  • Adjust size based on their content.

  • Can't contain block-level elements.

  • Common examples: <span>, <a>, <strong>, <img>, <input>.

Block Elements:

  • Create blocks on the page.

  • Create line breaks before and after themselves.

  • Occupy full width of parent container.

  • Can contain both block and inline elements.

  • Common examples: <div>, <p>, <h1>, <ul>, <form>.

Understanding the characteristics and usage of inline and block elements is crucial for effectively structuring and styling web pages.