: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'.

Quick 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.

Safe to use without fallbacks.

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