HTML <a> target Attribute

The HTML <a> target Attribute is used to specify where to open the linked document. This attribute enhances the functionality and user experience by allowing developers to control the behavior of links.

Syntax

<a target="_blank | _self | _parent | _top | framename"\> 

Attribute Values

• _blank: It opens the link in a new window.
• _self: It is the default value. It opens the linked document in the same frame.
• _parent: It opens the linked document in the parent frameset.
• _top: It opens the linked document in the full body of the window.
• framename: It opens the linked document in the named frame.

Example: In this example, the GeeksforGeeks link will open in the new tab.

Output

Example: This example illustrates the use of the Target attribute in the <a> element. 

Output

Supported Browsers

• Chrome 1
• Edge 12
• Firefox 1
• Opera 15
• Safari 1