HTML - Editors - W3Schools.com
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Introduction
This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to use HTML editors, based on a video from W3Schools. It's designed for beginners looking to learn how to edit HTML and create simple web pages. By following these steps, you'll be able to write, save, and view your HTML code easily.
Step 1: Open an Editor
To get started, you need to choose an HTML editor. Here’s how:
- Select an HTML Editor: You can use a variety of editors, such as:
- Text editors (e.g., Notepad, TextEdit)
- Code editors (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text)
- Online HTML editors (e.g., W3Schools Tryit Editor)
- Open the Editor: Launch your chosen editor on your computer or navigate to an online editor.
Step 2: Write Code
Now that your editor is open, it’s time to write some HTML code.
- Start with Basic Structure: Use the following template:
<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>My First Web Page</title> </head> <body> <h1>Hello World!</h1> <p>This is my first web page created with HTML.</p> </body> </html>
- Modify the Content: Feel free to change the title and text within the
<h1>
and<p>
tags.
Step 3: Save as a Web Page
After writing your code, you need to save it correctly.
- Choose Save As: In your editor, navigate to
File
and selectSave As
. - File Format: Make sure to save your file with a
.html
extension, for example,my_first_web_page.html
. - Select Location: Choose a location on your computer where you can easily find your file later.
Step 4: View Web Page
Now that you have saved your HTML file, you can view it in a web browser.
- Open a Web Browser: Launch your preferred web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox).
- Locate Your File: Use the browser's
File
menu and selectOpen File
or drag and drop your saved HTML file into the browser window. - View Your Work: Your web page should now display in the browser, showing the HTML content you wrote.
Conclusion
You have successfully learned how to use an HTML editor to write, save, and view a simple web page. This foundational skill is crucial for anyone looking to develop websites. For further learning, explore more HTML tutorials on W3Schools or practice creating more complex HTML structures. Happy coding!