HTML Audio
The <audio> element lets a page play sound. You can add the controls attribute so the browser gives the visitor play, pause, and volume controls. The src attribute can point to an audio file, or you can use <source> elements when you want to provide different formats. Audio can be useful for music, lessons, pronunciation, podcasts, and sound effects. Give the visitor controls when they need to decide when sound should play.
Why this matters
- ·Audio can add spoken lessons and other sound to a page.
- ·The browser can provide native playback controls.
- ·Multiple source formats can improve compatibility.
Common mistakes
- ·Unexpected autoplay can annoy visitors.
- ·Large audio files can slow pages.
- ·Do not hide important information only inside audio without a text alternative.
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Frequently asked questions
It asks the browser to show playback controls.
Practice questions
Question 1
Add an audio player with controls.
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Question 2
Add an audio source with fallback text.
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