HTML Images & Graphics

Images add visual depth to web layouts. The HTML <img> tag is empty, containing attributes only, and does not have a closing tag. Best practices require defining alt text and proportions.

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Our team is working on interactive diagrams, code challenges, and exercises for HTML Images & Graphics. Check back soon for the full guide!

What You'll Learn

1Embedding graphic contents using the self-closing <img> tag
2Writing meaningful alternative text ('alt') for screen readers and SEO
3Sizing layouts: Specifying 'width' and 'height' aspect ratios
4Selecting image file extensions: WebP, SVG, PNG, JPG comparison
5Building responsive art-direction switches with the <picture> container

sandbox.html

<!-- Display a responsive thumbnail with alternative text accessibility -->
<img 
  src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542831371-29b0f74f9713?w=300" 
  alt="Developer coding in front of glowing monitor lines" 
  width="300"
  height="200"
  style="border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #334155;"
/>

Interactive playground coming soon

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