Definition and Usage
The margin-left property sets the left margin of an element.
Note: Negative values are allowed.
| Default value: | 0 |
|---|---|
| Inherited: | no |
| Animatable: | yes, see individual properties. Read about animatable – Try it |
| Version: | CSS1 |
| JavaScript syntax: | object.style.marginLeft=”100px” Try it |
CSS Syntax
margin-left: length|auto|initial|inherit;
Property Values
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| length | Specifies a fixed left margin in px, pt, cm, etc. Default value is 0px |
| % | Specifies a left margin in percent of the width of the containing element |
| auto | The browser calculates a left margin |
| initial | Sets this property to its default value. Read about initial |
| inherit | Inherits this property from its parent element. Read about inherit |