HTML Video

HTML5 introduces the <video> element, which allows you to embed video content in a webpage. This element supports multiple formats such as MP4, WebM, and Ogg.

Syntax

<video src="path/to/video.mp4" controls>
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</video>

Attributes

• src: Specifies the URL of the video file to be played.
• controls: Adds basic video controls, such as play, pause, and volume control.
• autoplay: Starts playing the video automatically upon page load.
• loop: Sets the video to replay when it reaches the end.
• width and height: Specifies the dimensions of the video player.
• poster: Specifies an image to be shown before the video is played.
• preload: Specifies if and how the video should be loaded when the page loads. Values can be auto, metadata, or none.

Example

Browser Support

The <video> element is supported by all modern web browsers.

Conclusion

The <video> element allows you to embed video content in your web pages easily. It provides various attributes to customize the video playback and appearance. With HTML5, incorporating videos into your website has become simpler and more accessible.