word-spacing
Adjusts the amount of space between words in a block of text. This can be used to improve readability or to create specific typographic effects by tightening or loosening the text flow.
Quick example
h1 {
/* adds a little extra breathing room between words in a heading */
word-spacing: 0.1em;
} Quick facts
Initial value
normalInherited
Yes
Applies to
all elements
Animation type
length
Values
normal word-spacing 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+
1+
1+
12+