list-style-type | CSS CSS Properties

Sets the marker (bullet or number) for a list item element. You can choose from built-in shapes, numbers, or even custom strings.

Quick example

ul.checkmark-list {
  list-style-type: '✓ ';
  /* uses a custom string as the list bullet */
}

Initial value

disc

Inherited

Yes

Applies to

list items

Animation type

discrete

none

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.

Safe to use without fallbacks.

12+