To start working with HTML, you do not need any expensive software. HTML can be written using simple tools that are easily available on any computer.
All you need is a text editor to write HTML code and a web browser to view the output.
Text Editors for Writing HTML
A text editor is used to write HTML code. You can use simple editors or advanced code editors.
Commonly used text editors include:
- Notepad (Windows)
- VS Code
- Sublime Text
- Atom
For professional development, using a code editor like VS Code is recommended.
Why Code Editors Are Better
Code editors provide features that make coding easier, such as:
- Syntax highlighting
- Auto-complete suggestions
- Error detection
- File management
These features help developers write clean and error-free HTML code faster.
Web Browsers for Running HTML
A web browser is required to open and view HTML files. Browsers read HTML code and display it as a webpage.
Popular web browsers include:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
After saving this file with a .html extension, you can open it by double-clicking the file or by opening it inside a browser.
The browser will read the HTML code and display the heading and paragraph as a webpage.
Folder Structure for HTML Projects
It is a good practice to organize your HTML files properly. A simple project folder structure helps in managing files easily.
For beginners, keeping HTML files and images in the same folder is enough.
Why Tools Matter for Jobs
Professional developers use proper editors and browsers to test and debug their code.
Learning to use the right tools early helps you work faster, avoid mistakes, and follow industry standards.
What You Will Learn Next
In the next lesson, you will write your first complete HTML program and understand how to create a real webpage from scratch.