Video and Audio tag in HTML

• In HTML5, the `<video>` and `<audio>` tags were introduced to embed video and audio content directly into web pages without the need for external plugins or players. These tags simplify the process of including multimedia content, making it more accessible and improving the user experience.

The `<video>` Tag:

• The `<video>` tag is used to embed video content in a web page. It supports various video formats, such as MP4, WebM, and Ogg, depending on the browser's capabilities.

Key Attributes:

• src: Specifies the source file of the video.
• controls: Adds video controls, like play, pause, and volume.
• autoplay: Automatically starts playing the video when the page loads. Note: Many browsers require the video to be muted to allow autoplay.
• loop: Repeats the video automatically when it ends.
• muted: Mutes the video audio by default.
• 'width' and 'height': Set the dimensions of the video player.

Example:

    <video controls width="250">

        <source src="movie.mp4" type="video/mp4">

        <source src="movie.ogg" type="video/ogg">

        Your browser does not support the video tag.

    </video>

• This example shows a video player with controls. The `<source>` elements are used to specify multiple video formats for compatibility with different browsers.

The `<audio>` Tag:

• The `<audio>` tag is used to embed audio content. Like the `<video>` tag, it supports multiple audio formats, such as MP3, WAV, and Ogg, to ensure browser compatibility.

Key Attributes:

• src: Specifies the source file of the audio.
• controls: Displays audio controls, enabling the user to play, pause, and adjust volume.
• autoplay: Plays the audio automatically when the page loads.
• loop: Repeats the audio automatically when it ends.
• muted: Mutes the audio by default.

Example:

    <audio controls>

        <source src="audio.mp3" type="audio/mp3">

        <source src="audio.ogg" type="audio/ogg">

        Your browser does not support the audio tag.

    </audio>

• This example creates an audio player with controls. The `<source>` tags are used to include multiple audio formats for better browser support.

Best Practices:

• Compatibility: Use multiple `<source>` elements within `<video>` or `<audio>` tags to specify different media formats, ensuring broad browser compatibility.

• Accessibility: Always include fallback content (like "Your browser does not support the video/audio tag.") for browsers that do not support these tags.

• Autoplay Policy: Be mindful of the user experience and browser policies regarding autoplay media. Many browsers restrict autoplay, especially with sound, to prevent user annoyance.

• Use Attributes Sparingly: Attributes like `autoplay` and `loop` can enhance the user experience when used appropriately but can also detract from it if overused.

• The introduction of `<video>` and `<audio>` tags in HTML5 marked a significant improvement in web media handling, offering a standardized way to embed multimedia directly into web pages.