What Is HTML? Definition & Uses in Documentation

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language for creating web pages. HTML documentation can be viewed in any web browser, made searchable, and updated instantly, which makes it ideal for online knowledge bases and help centers.

Unlike a PDF, HTML documentation is easy to link to, navigate, and keep current. See export examples to see how guides look as HTML.

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Why use HTML for documentation?

HTML docs are easy to update, searchable, linkable, and accessible in any browser, which is why most knowledge bases are published as HTML.

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PDF (Portable Document Format)

PDF (Portable Document Format) is a file format that preserves document formatting across different devices and platforms.

Markdown

Markdown is a lightweight markup language that uses plain-text formatting syntax.

Documentation

Documentation is written material that explains how something works, how to use it, or how to perform a task.

Knowledge Base

A knowledge base is a centralized, searchable repository of articles and documentation that helps users find answers on their own.

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