Blockquote

Blockquote

A blockquote is a section of text that is quoted from another source. In the context of web development and digital content, blockquotes are used to visually distinguish quoted text from the main body of a document. This is particularly useful in articles, essays, and other forms of writing where it is important to attribute ideas or statements to their original authors.

Usage

Blockquotes are commonly used in both print and digital media to indicate that a portion of text is a direct quotation from another source. In HTML, the `

` element is used to define a block of text that is quoted from another source. This element is typically styled with indentation, a different font style, or other visual cues to set it apart from the surrounding text.

HTML Example

In HTML, a blockquote is implemented using the `

` tag. Here is an example:

<blockquote>
  "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today."
  <footer>— Franklin D. Roosevelt</footer>
</blockquote>

In this example, the text within the `

` tags is the quoted material, and the `<footer>` tag is used to provide attribution to the original author.

Styling

Blockquotes can be styled using CSS to match the design of a website or document. Common styles include:

• Indentation from the left margin
• Italicized text
• A border or background color

For example, the following CSS can be used to style a blockquote:

blockquote {
  margin: 20px;
  padding: 10px;
  border-left: 5px solid #ccc;
  background-color: #f9f9f9;
  font-style: italic;
}

Best Practices

When using blockquotes, it is important to:

• Ensure that the quoted text is accurate and properly attributed.
• Use blockquotes sparingly to maintain the flow of the main text.
• Provide context for the quoted material to help readers understand its relevance.

Also see

• Quotation
• HTML
• CSS
• Typography