When writing in HTML, the tag is an inline element used to create a strikethrough on a section of text. It is useful for designating text that is no longer relevant or correct in some way. The following sections contain information about this tag, including an example of it in use, and related attributes and browser compatibility.

Example of code

We have six puppies left for sale.

We have five puppies left for sale.

Example result

We have six puppies left for sale.

To define replaced or deleted text, use and tags instead of .

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

We have five puppies left for sale.

Attributes

In HTML tags, attributes dictate 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

Browser, Compatibility, Container tag, HTML strike tag, Web design terms

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