Inserting images: <img> tag and src attribute in HTML

Inserting images: <img> tag and src attribute in HTML 

    Inserting images into web pages is an essential part of creating engaging and visually appealing content. HTML provides a simple and easy-to-use tag for adding images to web pages, the <img> tag. In this blog, we will explore the basics of inserting images using the <img> tag and the src attribute in HTML, along with some examples and best practices.

The <img> Tag:

    The <img> tag is used to embed images in HTML documents. It does not have a closing tag, and instead, the image source is specified using the src attribute.

Here's an example:

<img src="image.jpg" alt="Description of the image">

    In this example, the src attribute specifies the URL or file path to the image file, and the alt attribute provides a description of the image for screen readers and search engines.

The src Attribute:

    The src attribute in HTML specifies the URL or file path to the image file. It can be an absolute URL or a relative file path.

Here are some examples:

<img src="https://example.com/image.jpg" alt="Description of the image">

    In this example, the src attribute specifies an absolute URL to the image file.

<img src="images/image.jpg" alt="Description of the image">

    In this example, the src attribute specifies a relative file path to the image file, assuming the image file is in a subdirectory called "images".

Best Practices:

When inserting images into HTML, it's important to keep a few best practices in mind:

Use descriptive alt text:- Providing descriptive alt text helps improve accessibility and SEO.

Optimize image size:- Large images can slow down your website's load time, so it's important to optimize your images for web use.

Use responsive images:- Use responsive images that are optimized for different device sizes and resolutions.

Conclusion:

    Inserting images into web pages is an essential part of creating engaging and visually appealing content. The <img> tag and src attribute in HTML provide a simple and easy way to embed images in web pages. By using descriptive alt text, optimizing image size, and using responsive images, you can create web pages that are both beautiful and functional.