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HTML blockquote cite Attribute

Definition and Usage

The cite attribute specifies the source url of the quotation.

Syntax

<blockquote cite="URL">

Syntax Example

<blockquote cite="http://www.1000sourcecodes.com/">

Attribute Values

Value Description
URL The web resource/address that was the source of the quote.Possible URL values:
  • An absolute URL - An URL with full address is required (like cite="www.example.com")


Browser Support

Note: Most browsers do not use this attribute in any way. However, search engines may use this attribute to get more information about the quoted element.

Example

Source Output
<blockquote cite="http://www.1000sourcecodes.com/">
<p>The best things in life are free</p>
</blockquote>
The best things in life are free
HTML blockquote cite Attribute Reviewed by 1000sourcecodes on 21:12 Rating: 5
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