HTML < canvas > Tag - Learn About Website

HTML <canvas> Tag

Example

Draw a red square, on the fly, and show it inside the <canvas> element:

<canvas id="myCanvas"></canvas>

<script>
var canvas = document.getElementById("myCanvas");
var ctx = canvas.getContext("2d");
ctx.fillStyle = "#FF0000";
ctx.fillRect(0, 0, 80, 80);</script>

Definition and Usage

The <canvas> tag is used to draw graphics, on the fly, via scripting (usually JavaScript).

The <canvas> tag is only a container for graphics, you must use a script to actually draw the graphics.

Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5

The <canvas> tag is new in HTML5.

Tips and Notes

Note: Any text inside the <canvas> element will be displayed in browsers that does not support <canvas>.