HTML <var> tag
When writing in HTML, the <var> tag is an inline element used to designate a variable. It is useful when you are writing a page that deals with programming or mathematical expressions. The following sections contain information about this tag, including an example of it in use, as well as related attributes and browser compatibility.
Note: This element is unique in that it is a phrase tag, which indicates that a section of text has structural meaning.
Example code
<p>Example of a regular sentence that has a <var>variable</var> contained within it.</p>
Example result
Example of a regular sentence that has a variable contained within it.
Attributes
Within an HTML tag, an attribute dictates certain aspects of an HTML element. Attributes are made up of a name and value pair. While the <var> tag does not have any unique attributes, it does utilize all of the standard attributes.
Compatibility
| Internet Explorer | Firefox | Safari | Opera | Chrome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All versions | All versions | All version | All versions | All versions |