HTML <blockquote> Tag
Description
The <blockquote> HTML element indicates that the enclosed text is an extended quotation. Usually, this is rendered visually by indentation. A URL for the source of the quotation may be given using the cite attribute, while a text representation of the source can be given using the <cite> element.
Properties
- Permitted Parents
- Any element that accepts flow content
- Content
- Block, inline and text
- Start/End Tags
- Start tag: required, End tag: required
Example
Quotation by Sharon Gold
<blockquote>
Throw out an alarming alarm clock. If the ring is loud and
strident, you're waking up to instant stress. You shouldn't
be bullied out of bed, just reminded that it's time to start
your day.
</blockquote>Attributes
| Attribute | Definition |
|---|---|
| cite | Indicates the source of the quotation. |
Global Attributes
The <blockquote> tag also supports the Global Attributes in HTML5
Event Attributes
The <blockquote> tag also supports the Event Attributes in HTML5
Browser Support
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| Yes | Yes | Yes | 1 | Yes | Yes |
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| Yes | Yes | 4 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Last updated by CSSPortal on: 6th December 2019