Example A drop-down list with four options: <select> <option>Volvo</option> <option>Saab...
Example
A drop-down list with four options:<select> <option>Volvo</option> <option>Saab</option> <option>Mercedes</option> <option>Audi</option> </select> |
Definition and Usage
The <option> tag defines an option in a select list.The option element goes inside the select element.
Browser Support
The <option> tag is supported in all major browsers.Differences Between HTML and XHTML
In HTML the <option> tag has no end tag.In XHTML the <option> tag must be properly closed.
Tips and Notes
Tip: If you have a long list of options, you can group together related options with the <optgroup> tag.Optional Attributes
DTD indicates in which DTD the attribute is allowed. S=Strict, T=Transitional, and F=Frameset.Attribute | Value | Description | DTD |
---|---|---|---|
disabled | disabled | Specifies that an option should be disabled | STF |
label | text | Specifies a shorter label for an option | STF |
selected | selected | Specifies that an option should be selected by default | STF |
value | text | Specifies the value to be sent to a server when a form is submitted | STF |
Standard Attributes
id, class, title, style, dir, lang, xml:lang, tabindex |
Event Attributes
onclick, ondblclick, onmousedown, onmouseup, onmouseover, onmousemove, onmouseout, onkeypress, onkeydown, onkeyup |