:nth-child()
Targets elements based on their position in a list. You can use numbers, formulas (like 2n for 'every second'), or keywords like 'odd' and 'even'.
Syntax
/* Usage Example */
tr:nth-child(even) {
/* Creates a ';zebra stripe' effect on tables */
background-color: #f3f4f6;
}:nth-child() 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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