"HTML preview" refers to the ability to preview a webpage as it will be rendered in a web browser based on the HTML code. This feature allows developers and designers to review changes to a webpage in real-time as they edit the HTML code, without needing to actually open the page in a web browser. HTML preview is a useful tool for validating and optimizing the appearance and functionality of a webpage during the development process.
Typical features of software in the "HTML preview" area include:
Real-time preview: The ability to see changes in the HTML code immediately reflected in the preview to review the appearance of the webpage while editing the code.
CSS support: Integration of CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) to display formatting and styles in the preview according to the specified rules in the HTML code.
Debugging tools: Tools for troubleshooting and error detection to identify and fix issues in the HTML code that could affect the display or functionality of the webpage.
Customizable preview options: Options to customize the preview, such as selecting different browsers or screen sizes, to ensure that the webpage is rendered correctly in various environments.
Interactive elements: The ability to interact with interactive elements in the preview to test the behavior and functionality of the webpage before it is published.