How to use audio, video, and media embeds in HTML

What to know about audio, video, and media embeds in HTML

HTML supports native media elements, captions, and embedded content from other services without custom plugins. This chapter explains the concept, demonstrates a practical example, and gives you a guided exercise.

How to use audio, video, and media embeds in HTML

Choose elements for their meaning, nest them in a clear document structure, and use descriptive attributes. Check that links and forms work with a keyboard and that images have useful alternative text.

Example: audio, video, and media embeds in HTML

Use this example as a starting point. Identify the part that controls the result, then adapt it to your own page or project.

<video controls poster="preview.jpg">
  <source src="movie.mp4" type="video/mp4">
</video>

Common questions about audio, video, and media embeds

When should I use audio, video, and media embeds?

Use this technique when it expresses the structure, styling, or behavior your page needs. Keep the implementation focused and test it with the surrounding content.

What should I practice next?

Build a small profile page using a heading, paragraph, image with alt text, a link, and a semantic main element.