# 27. XHTML Style Attribute Module

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This section is normative.

The Style Attribute Module defines the `style` attribute.

Note: use of the style attribute is strongly discouraged in favor of the style element and external style sheets. In addition, content developers are advised to avoid use of the style attribute on content intended for use on small devices, since those devices may not support the use of in-line styles.

## 27.1. Style Attribute Collection

style = CDATA
  This attribute specifies style information for the current element.

  The syntax of the value of the style attribute is determined by the default style sheet language.

  This CSS example sets color and font size information for the text in a specific paragraph.

  Example

      <p style="font-size: 12pt; color: fuchsia">
         Aren't style sheets wonderful?</p>

  In CSS, property declarations have the form "name : value" and are separated by a semi-colon.

  To specify style information for more than one element, authors should use the style element. For optimal flexibility, authors should define styles in external style sheets.

Implementation: RELAX NG