HTML Introduction

Learn what HTML is, why it is used, and how web pages are built.

HTML Introduction

Learn what HTML is, why it is used, and how web pages are built.

This lesson is part of the Softlookup HTML tutorial for beginners. It includes a clear explanation, an HTML code example, common mistakes, and links to related HTML lessons.

HTML Example

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<body>
  <h1>Hello HTML</h1>
</body>
</html>

How It Works

The example above shows the basic HTML structure or tag usage for this topic. HTML uses elements and attributes to describe page content so browsers can display it correctly.

Try It Yourself

  1. Create a new file named example.html.
  2. Paste the HTML example into the file.
  3. Save the file.
  4. Open it in your web browser.
  5. Edit the code and refresh the browser to see changes.

Common Mistakes

  • Forgetting to close tags when closing tags are required.
  • Using missing or unclear alt text for images.
  • Skipping heading structure and using headings only for style.
  • Forgetting the viewport meta tag on responsive pages.

Related HTML Lessons

HTML Tutorial Home | Elements | Attributes | Links | Images | Forms

FAQ

Is this HTML lesson for beginners?

Yes. This lesson is written for beginners learning HTML step by step.

Do I need special software to write HTML?

No. You can write HTML using Notepad, VS Code, or any text editor.