When writing in HTML, the
tag is an inline element used to create a single line break in a document. It is useful for writing where the division of lines is significant, such as an address. The following sections contain information about this tag, including an example of it in use, and related attributes and browser compatibility.

Example of
code

If you need a single return,
use a line break.

Example result

If you need a single return, use a line break.

  • Example of
    code
  • Example result
  • Attributes
  • Compatibility
  • Related information

Attributes

Within an HTML tag, an attribute dictates certain aspects of an HTML element. Attributes are made up of a name and value pair. While the
tag does not have any unique attributes, it does utilize all of the standard attributes.

Compatibility

BR, Browser, Compatibility, Web design terms

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