HTML Character Sets
Learn what HTML character sets are and why UTF-8 encoding is recommended for modern web pages.
A character set defines how characters are encoded and displayed in HTML.
UTF-8 Character Set
UTF-8 is the recommended and default character encoding.
<meta charset="UTF-8">
Why UTF-8 Is Important
- Supports all languages
- Supports symbols and emojis
- Prevents character display issues
Important Notes
- Always declare charset
- UTF-8 works for all modern websites
- Place charset inside
<head>
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