Introduction to <xmp>tag

The <xmp>tag in HTML is a lesser-known and deprecated tag that was originally used to display preformatted text while preserving the exact content inside without rendering it as HTML. Let's explore its usage, history, and alternatives in modern web development.

Warning: The <xmp>tag is deprecated and no longer part of modern web standards. It should be avoided in contemporary web development practices. The <xmp>tag was used to display raw, preformatted text without interpreting HTML tags within the content. This approach is outdated. Instead, use the <pre>tag in combination with <code>to display preformatted text or code examples without processing HTML tags. This method is more semantic and aligns with current best practices in web development, ensuring better compatibility and accessibility across all browsers.

Deprecated: This feature is no longer recommended for use but while some browsers might still support it but it may have already been removed from web standards or it could be in the process of being phased out, it might only be retained for compatibility with older web projects and it's advisable to avoid using this feature and update your existing code wherever possible, refer to the compatibility table below for guidance and keep in mind that the feature may stop functioning in the future.

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<xmp>NoNoNoNoNo