HTML Essentials
Paragraphs
Present readable blocks of text.
The paragraph element groups related sentences. Browsers place spacing around each paragraph.
Important definitions
- Paragraph
- A block of related prose.
Syntax
Use this general pattern as a reference:
HTML
<p>Paragraph text</p>Examples
Two thoughts
EXAMPLE 1
<p>First idea.</p><p>Second idea.</p>ResultTwo separate paragraphs
COMPLETE EXAMPLE
<p>Learning takes practice.</p>
<p>Small steps add up.</p>Expected output
Two separate text paragraphs.
Note
Whitespace typed in HTML is normally collapsed.
Tip
Use separate paragraphs for separate ideas.
Common mistakes
- Using repeated br elements to create paragraph spacing.