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<B> Element

Category: Phrase Markup
Period: HTML 1 / HTML 2.0
Status: core

Description

Renders text in a bold style.

Syntax

<B>bold words</B>

Attributes

None.

Usage Guidelines

• Use sparingly for visually strong labels in documents.
• Use STRONG when the meaning is strong emphasis rather than merely bold display.
• Do not bold whole paragraphs.
• Because there is no CSS here, B is a direct presentational tool.

Common Mistakes

• Screen readers and text browsers may not convey B distinctly.

Example Code

<P><B>Note:</B> Save a copy before editing.

Authoring Note

Write the document first, then test it in a graphical browser and a text browser. The page should remain understandable if images fail, colours are ignored, or the browser uses its own fonts.

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