The HTMLSpanElement interface represents a <span> element and derives from the HTMLElement interface, but without implementing any additional properties or methods.
Properties
No specific property; inherits properties from its parent, HTMLElement.
Methods
No specific method; inherits properties from its parent, HTMLElement.
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment | 
|---|---|---|
| WHATWG HTML Living Standard The definition of 'HTMLSpanElement' in that specification. | Living Standard | No change from HTML5. | 
| HTML5 The definition of 'HTMLSpanElement' in that specification. | Recommendation | Initial definition, as <span>was associated with anHTMLElementbefore that. | 
Browser compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari (WebKit) | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | (Yes) | 1.0 (1.7 or earlier) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | 
| Feature | Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Phone | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | (Yes) | 1.0 (1.0) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | 
See also
- The HTML element implementing this interface: <span>.