HTML label
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HTML labels are used to define labels for input elements in forms. A label provides a user-friendly description, making the form easier to navigate. The
<label> element is associated with an <input> element by using the for attribute, which should match the id of the corresponding input. This ensures that clicking the label will focus the associated input.<label for="name">Enter your name:</label>
<input type="text" id="name" name="name">Labels can be styled using CSS to improve their appearance. Setting properties such as
font-size, color, and margin can enhance the user experience, making them visually distinct and easier to read.<style>
label {
font-size: 16px;
color: #333;
margin-bottom: 8px;
display: block;
}
</style>It's important to associate a label with a control, as this improves accessibility for screen readers and helps users understand the input purpose. Using the
for attribute ensures that these technologies can properly link the label to the respective input field.<p>
<label for="email">Email:</label>
<input type="email" id="email" name="email">
</p>Additionally, if a label wraps the input field directly, the
for attribute is not necessary. Clicking the label will still focus the input element.<label>Click here to enter your age:
<input type="number" name="age" />
</label>