How to add HTML <base> target Attribute

Specify a default target for all hyperlinks and forms on a page.

Definition and Usage

The target attribute specifies the default target for all hyperlinks and forms in the page.

This attribute can be overridden by using the target attribute for each hyperlink/form.

Browser Support

Syntax

Attribute Values

Value	Description
_blank	Opens the link in a new window or tab
_self	Default. Opens the link in the same frame as it was clicked
_parent	Opens the link in the parent frame
_top	Opens the link in the full body of the window

index.html

Example: HTML

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
  <base target="_blank">
</head>
<body>

<h1>The base target attribute</h1>

<p><a href="https://horje.com">Horje.com</a> - Notice that the link opens in a new window, even if it has no target="_blank" attribute. This is because the target attribute of the base element is set to "_blank".</p>

</body>
</html>

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