In this section, we will learn what <i> element is and how to use it in HTML.

Italics in HTML with <i> Tag

HTML <i> element stands for italic and is used to italicize a text content that we set as its value.

This element is mainly used when we want to bring more attention to a text in a content simply by italicizing it.

HTML <i> Tag Syntax:

<i> text content </i>

HTML <i> Tag Values

Any text content that we want to bring users’ attention to it simply by italicizing it, could be put in the body of this element.

Example: HTML tag for italic

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