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Jan 8, 2026 · A CSS pseudo-class is a keyword added to a selector that lets you select elements based on information that lies outside of the document tree, such as a specific state of the selected element …

Aug 21, 2025 · Pseudo-classes let you apply CSS based on state changes. This means that your design can react to user input such as an invalid email address.

Jul 23, 2025 · A pseudo-class is a keyword added to a CSS selector, prefixed by a colon (:), to define a specific state or condition of an element. It is used to style elements like a hovered button, the first …

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Jul 24, 2025 · Pseudo-classes (:pseudo-class) and pseudo-elements (::pseudo-element) are powerful CSS tools that allow you to style elements based on their state or position in the DOM.

Jun 19, 2025 · What are CSS pseudo-classes? CSS pseudo-classes are special keywords that let you apply styles to elements based on their state or position in the document—without needing to add …

You can style elements using pseudo-classes based on their state in the document or user interactions. This tutorial will guide you through understanding pseudo-classes, their typical applications, and how …

Dec 19, 2025 · In this article we've introduced CSS pseudo-classes and pseudo-elements, which are special types of selectors. Pseudo-classes enable you to target an element when it's in a particular …

Pseudo-classes in CSS are used to select and style elements based on their state or position within the document tree, without the need for adding extra classes or JavaScript.