The <ins> HTML element represents text that has been inserted into a document. It is typically used in contexts where content changes need to be highlighted, such as document revisions, corrections, or updates. By marking text as inserted, <ins> provides both a semantic meaning and a visual cue to readers that the content was added after the original creation of the document.

The inserted text is usually rendered by default with an underline, helping users distinguish it from the surrounding content. This default styling can be customized with CSS to suit the design of a webpage.

The <ins> tag is often paired with its counterpart, the <del> tag, which represents text that has been deleted or removed. Together, these tags provide a clear method for tracking changes in a document, similar to the “track changes” feature in word processors.

Typical Use Cases

• Document Revisions: Showing additions made to a legal document, article, or report.
• Content Updates: Highlighting new information on a page that is frequently updated.
• Collaboration: Indicating changes made by different authors or editors.

Example Usage

<p>The conference will be held on 
  <ins>September 10th</ins> at the main auditorium.</p>

In this example, the date “September 10th” is highlighted as newly added information, making it clear to readers that this part of the content was inserted after the initial version.