word-spacing
Extra space between words.
Syntax
word-spacing: value;Values
| Parameter | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| length | length | Added to the normal space between words: `8px`, `0.5em`. |
| normal | keyword | The font's normal space. |
Examples
Wide spacing between words:
<p style="word-spacing: 12px;">Words are far apart here</p>
<p>Words are at normal distance here</p>Notes
Rarely needed: for justified text the browser already adjusts word spacing itself.
See also
- letter-spacing — Extra space between letters.
- text-align — Horizontal alignment of text and inline content inside a block.
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In the tutorial
- Text and fonts — Font family, size, weight, italics, line height, alignment and text decoration, plus loading your own font.