text-overflow
Defines how text is shown when it overflows its containing element. It can clip the text or add an ellipsis (...) to indicate there is more content.
Quick example
.truncate-text {
white-space: nowrap;
overflow: hidden;
text-overflow: ellipsis;
/* creates the classic single-line truncation effect */
}Quick facts
Initial value
clipInherited
No
Applies to
block container elements
Animation type
discrete
Values
clipellipsis text-overflow 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.
Safe to use without fallbacks.
1+
7+
1.3+
12+