Lecture

audio Tag

The <audio> tag allows you to play audio files such as mp3 and wav on a webpage.

Using the audio tag
<audio controls> <source src="your-audio.mp3" type="audio/mp3" /> Your browser does not support the audio element. </audio>

Key Attributes

The key attributes of the audio tag are as follows:

  • controls: Displays controls to play, pause, adjust volume, etc.

  • <source>: Specifies the path and type of the audio file


Considerations for Using the <audio> Tag

  1. Alternative Text: The text written between the audio tags defines what will be displayed in browsers that do not support audio.

  2. Consider Audio File Size: Large audio files can affect the loading time of a webpage. Therefore, it is advisable to use audio files as small as possible.

Mission
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Which HTML tag is used to embed audio files on a web page?

<sound>

<music>

<audio>

<link>

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