HTML <dir> Tag
Concept
The
<dir>tag in HTML was used to define a directory list, typically containing a list of files or other resources. However, it’s important to note that this tag is not supported in HTML5, and its usage has been deprecated.
What to Use Instead?
Instead of the <dir> tag, you can use the <ul> tag to create unordered lists.
Implementation
Example 1: Creating a List Using <ul>
Here’s an example of how you can create a list using the <ul> tag instead of the deprecated <dir> tag:
<ul>
<li>File 1</li>
<li>File 2</li>
<li>File 3</li>
</ul>
Example 2: Reducing Line Height in a List with CSS
You can also style the list using CSS to achieve specific visual effects:
<ulstyle="line-height: 1.2;">
<li>Resource 1</li>
<li>Resource 2</li>
<li>Resource 3</li>
</ul>
Try it out below
Tip: Styling Lists
You can apply various CSS styles to lists to achieve different visual effects and layouts.
Browser Support
| Browser | Support |
|---|---|
| Chrome | No |
| Firefox | No |
| Safari | No |
| Opera | No |
| IE | No |
Conclusion
The <dir> tag is no longer supported in modern browsers, and its usage has been deprecated. Instead, you should use the <ul> tag to create unordered lists and apply CSS for styling as needed.
This approach ensures compatibility with current web standards and browsers.