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Michael Andreuzza
Michael Andreuzza

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How to use the HTML ruby element for enhanced text annotations in HTML

In this tutorial, we'll explore how to effectively use the HTML <ruby> element to create enhanced text annotations.

The <ruby> element in HTML5 is designed to display ruby annotations, which are small text components commonly utilized in East Asian typography. These annotations are typically used to provide pronunciation guides or additional information. The <ruby> element is crucial for documents that require detailed annotations alongside or above the main text, making it especially valuable in educational content, language learning resources, and certain literary works.

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