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HTML <q> cite Attribute

HTML q Tag Reference HTML <q> tag

Example

Specify the source URL of a quote:

<p>WWF's goal is to:
<q cite="http://www.wwf.org">
Build a future where people live in harmony with nature.</q>
We hope they succeed.</p>

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Browser Support

Internet Explorer Firefox Opera Google Chrome Safari

The cite attribute has no visual effect in ordinary web browsers, but can be used by screen readers.

Definition and Usage

The cite attribute specifies the source URL of a quote.

Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5

NONE.

Syntax

<q cite="URL">

Attribute Values

Value Description
URL Specifies the source URL of the quote.

Possible values:

  • An absolute URL - points to another web site (like href="http://www.example.com/page.htm")
  • A relative URL - points to a file within a web site (like href="page.htm")

HTML q Tag Reference HTML <q> tag

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