HTML <b> Tag
Definition and Usage
The <b> tag specifies bold text.
Browser Support
| Element | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <b> | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5
NONE.
Tips and Notes
Note: According to the HTML 5 specification, the <b> tag should be used as a LAST resort when no other tag is more appropriate. The HTML 5 specification states that headings should be denoted with the <h1> to <h6> tags, emphasized text should be denoted with the <em> tag, important text should be denoted with the <strong> tag, and marked/highlighted text should use the <mark> tag.
Tip: You can also use the CSS "font-weight" property to set bold text.
Global Attributes
The <b> tag also supports the Global Attributes in HTML.
Event Attributes
The <b> tag also supports the Event Attributes in HTML.
Related Pages
HTML tutorial: HTML Text Formatting
HTML DOM reference: Bold Object
Default CSS Settings
Most browsers will display the <b> element with the following default values:
