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HTML <big> Tag. Not Supported in HTML5.


Example

Make text bigger than normal:

<p><big>Bigger text</big></p>
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Definition and Usage

The <big> tag is not supported in HTML5. Use CSS instead.

The <big> tag defines bigger text.


Browser Support

Element
<big> Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5

The <big> tag is not supported in HTML5.


Compatibility Notes

CSS Example: Specify different font-sizes for HTML elements

In our CSS tutorial you can find more information about CSS fonts.