HTML s Tag

The HTML <s> tag, also known as the “strikethrough” or “deprecated” tag, is used to indicate that the text it surrounds has been deleted or is no longer relevant. When the <s> tag is applied to text, it typically renders with a line through the middle.

Here’s an example of how the <s> tag can be used:

<p>This paragraph contains some <s>deprecated</s> text.</p>

In the above example, the word “deprecated” is wrapped in the <s> tags, indicating that it is no longer recommended or valid.

The <s> tag is commonly used in various scenarios, including:

1. Indicating outdated information: You can use the <s> tag to strike through text that is no longer accurate or relevant, providing a visual indication to readers that the information is deprecated.

2. Showing deleted content: When editing or revising a document, the <s> tag can be used to visually display deleted or removed content while still keeping it visible for reference.

It’s worth noting that the <s> tag is primarily used for visual presentation purposes and does not convey semantic meaning about the content. If you need to mark up content with semantic meaning, such as indicating that a change has occurred or providing a reason for deprecation, you may consider using other HTML elements or applying appropriate CSS styles.

Additionally, there is an alternative tag, <strike>, that has similar functionality to <s>. Both tags are supported by modern web browsers, but using the <s> tag is more commonly recommended for indicating strikethrough text.