Alternative for <blink>

The HTML tag was once used to make text flash or blink on web pages, grabbing users’ attention. However, it’s been deprecated and is no longer supported by most modern browsers because it can be distracting and is considered bad for accessibility. So, what alternatives exist if you want a blinking or attention-grabbing effect today?

Modern alternatives to include:

Using CSS animations:

You can create blinking effects with CSS by defining a simple animation that toggles the text’s visibility or color.

Example:

@keyframes blink {

  0%, 100% { opacity: 1; }

  50% { opacity: 0; }

}

.blink {

  animation: blink 1s infinite;

}

 Then apply the class to your text:

  Blinking Text

This method is widely supported and gives you more control over the speed and style.

Using [removed]

• You can also toggle the visibility or styling of an element periodically using JavaScript’s setInterval.
  
• While more flexible, it’s usually better to use CSS when possible for performance reasons.
  

Things to keep in mind:

• Use blinking effects sparingly — they can annoy users or cause issues for people with certain conditions like epilepsy.
  
• Consider other ways to highlight content, like color changes, bold fonts, or subtle animations.
  

In summary, while the tag is obsolete, CSS animations offer a clean, flexible, and accessible way to achieve similar effects in modern web design.