HTML Entities

HTML Entities

 1. Why HTML Entities Are Needed

Some characters have special meaning in HTML, like:

• < and > → used for tags

• & → starts an entity

If you write them directly, the browser may misinterpret them.

 Problem

 Correct (Using Entity)

 2. HTML Entity Syntax

HTML entities have two formats:

 Named Entity

 Numeric Entity

Both end with a semicolon (;).

 3. Common Entities (Must Know)

 4. Non-Breaking Space ( )

Used to create extra spaces that won’t collapse or break lines.

• Useful for spacing
• Don’t overuse for layout (use CSS instead)

 5. Currency Symbols

Example:

 6. Mathematical Symbols

Example:

 7.  Entities for Quotes (Important for Attributes)

•  Prevents attribute break

8. Emojis Using Entities

Example:

 9. Displaying HTML Code as Text

To show HTML code on a webpage:

Output:

•  Very useful for tutorials

 Common Mistakes

•  Forgetting semicolon (;)
• Using entities unnecessarily
•  Using   for layout
• Writing < or & directly in text

 Key Points to Remember

• Entities display reserved & special characters

• Always end entities with ;

• Use < and > for < >

• Use & for &

• Use CSS for spacing, not