float
An older layout property that pushes an element to the left or right, allowing text and other content to wrap around it. Often used for images within articles.
It is documented as part of the CSS Positioned Layout specification.
Syntax
/* Usage Example */
img {
/* Pushes image to the right and lets text wrap around left side */
float: right;
margin-left: 15px;
}
/* Syntax */
float: left;
float: right;
float: none;
float: inline-start;
float: inline-end;
/* Global values */
float: inherit;
float: initial;
float: revert;
float: revert-layer;
float: unset;float Browser support
Widely available
Since
2015 96% global usage
This feature is well established and works across many devices and browser versions. It has been available across browsers since 2015.
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