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HTML cite Attribute

HTML

The cite attribute in HTML is used with specific elements to provide a URL that indicates the source or explanation of the content contained within that element.

Definition and Usage


➔ This attribute is intended primarily for semantic meaning and is not typically displayed visually in browsers by default.

➔ Its value is a URL, which can be an absolute URL or a relative URL.

Applies to

This attribute can be used on the following element.

Attribute Element
cite <blockquote>, <del>, <ins>, <q>