padding-left

Definition

Setting a fixed padding value:

<div class="example-1">This is an example</div>
.example-1 {
  padding-left: 20px;
}

Setting a percentage padding value relative to the width of the containing block:

<div class="example-2">This is an example</div>
.example-2 {
  padding-left: 10%;
}

Using the padding shorthand property to set padding on all four sides of an element:

<div class="example-3">This is an example</div>
.example-3 {
  padding: 10px 20px 15px 5px;
}

Values

Best Practices

• Use padding to create space between an element's content and its border. This can improve the readability and visual appeal of your web page.
• Avoid using fixed padding values for padding-left that are larger than the width of the containing block, as this can cause overflow issues.
• Consider using percentage values for padding-left to create responsive designs that adapt to different screen sizes and device orientations.
• Use the shorthand padding property to set padding on all four sides of an element. This can make your code more concise and easier to read.
• Avoid using padding as a substitute for margins, which are better suited for creating space between elements. Use padding to create space within an element, and use margins to create space between elements.

Browser Compatibility