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Details and Summary
41. Details and Summary
The <details> element creates a disclosure widget, and <summary> provides the visible label. This is useful for FAQs and expandable information sections.
Syntax
<details>
<summary>Title</summary>
Hidden content
</details>
Example
<details>
<summary>What is HTML?</summary>
HTML is the standard markup language for web pages.
</details>
Output
A collapsible section appears; clicking the summary expands or hides the content.
Example
Executing...
❌ Error:
✅ Output:
// Click Run ▶ to execute
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