CSS float and clear properties

CSS Float:

The float property in CSS is used to position an element to the left or right of its container. When an element is floated, it is taken out of the normal flow of the web page layout, and other elements flow around it. The float property values are left, right, none, and inherit.

The float property is commonly used for creating multi-column layouts and for positioning images within text content. However, it can cause layout issues if not used carefully, such as overlapping content or pushing content out of its intended position.

CSS Clear:

The clear property in CSS is used to specify where an element should clear the floated elements. When an element is cleared, it is moved below any floated elements. The clear property values are left, right, both, none, and inherit.

The clear property is commonly used to ensure that a following element does not wrap around a floated element. It can also be used to create vertical spacing between elements in a web page layout.

In general, the float and clear properties are used together to create complex and flexible web page layouts. However, they should be used with care, and other CSS layout techniques such as flexbox and grid should also be considered depending on the specific layout requirements.