An HTML iframe is a tag that allows you to embed another HTML document within the current one, essentially inserting a webpage within a webpage. This is particularly useful for including content like videos, maps, or even interactive content that is hosted elsewhere.

Code Example

To create an iframe, you use the <iframe> tag with various attributes to control its behavior and appearance. The src attribute is essential as it specifies the URL of the page you want to embed. Here's a basic example of an iframe:

In this snippet, the src attribute points to the webpage to be embedded, while the title provides a description of the iframe's content, which is helpful for accessibility purposes, such as screen readers. The width and height attributes define the size of the iframe in pixels.

Additional Attributes and Styling

Beyond the basic attributes, you can further customize an iframe's functionality and style: