Markup Language

What is Markup Language?

A markup language is a type of computer language that is used to annotate or structure text documents. It allows users to add formatting, layout, and other types of information to text documents in a standardized way.

Markup languages use special tags or symbols to enclose or mark specific sections of text. These tags are used to define the structure and formatting of the document, such as headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables. They can also be used to add semantic meaning to the text, such as identifying important terms or concepts.

There are many different markup languages in use today, each with its own set of tags and rules for formatting and structuring text. Some examples of markup languages include HTML (HyperText Markup Language), XML (eXtensible Markup Language), and LaTeX.

Markup languages are used in a variety of contexts, including web development, scientific publishing, and document management. They are an important tool for organizing and formatting text documents in a standardized way, and they have helped to facilitate the creation and sharing of digital information.

See Also

• XML (Extensible Markup Language)
• HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
• Web Ontology Language (OWL)
• Resource Description Framework (RDF)
• Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML)