attr()

Retrieves the value of an attribute from an element to use directly in CSS. The classic use is with the content property in pseudo-elements; using attr() with typed values on other properties is a newer experimental extension.

Quick example

a[data-tooltip]::before {
  /* Displays the text from the data-tooltip attribute */
  content: attr(data-tooltip);
  position: absolute;
}

attr() Browser Support

Widely available Since 2015 99% 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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