What is float property in CSS ? (original) (raw)

Last Updated : 16 May, 2023

In this article, we will learn about CSS float property with suitable examples of all available attributes.

The float property is used to change the normal flow of an element. It defines how an element should float and place an element on its container's right or left side.

The general syntax of the float property.

float: none|inherit|left|right|initial;

Note - The default value of the float property is none and it won't work with the absolutely positioned element.

Property values of the float

Value Description
none It is the default value of a float property. The element must no float.
inherit property must be inherited from its parent element.
left Place an element on its container's right.
right Place an element on its container's left.
initial The property is set to its default value.

Example of the float property using float value left.: In the below example, we use the float value left. After using this value the element must be left on its container as shown in the below image.

float:left

Example: In this example, we are using the above-explained method.

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Float Left