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Kenneth Simpson
1,162 PointsWhy won't my list items switch to inline?
I wrote the code
li { display: inline; }
but my list items will not switch from block to inline? Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
5 Answers
Robert Richey
Courses Plus Student 16,352 PointsThe display style being applied to the a:link selector is causing the problem. Also, there are a few problems with comments not starting and ending properly.
a:link {
color: rgb(255, 169, 73);
text-decoration: none;
display: block; /* <=== This style is taking precedence over the li's display: inline */
background-color: tomato;
}
Robert Richey
Courses Plus Student 16,352 PointsHi Kenneth,
Can you post the HTML & CSS portions you have for ul and li elements? The code you posted is what Guil uses and is correct - I just verified it in a Codepen. The only thing coming to mind is that possibly the li selector in CSS may be defined again further down, over-writing what you posted (just a guess).
Best Regards
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points<html> <head> <title>Lake Tahoe</title> <link rel="stylesheet" href="css/style.css"> </head> <body> <header id="top" class="main-header"> <span class="title">Journey Through the Sierra Nevada Mountains</span> <h1>Lake Tahoe, California</h1> </header> <div class="primary-content t-border"> <p class="intro"> Lake Tahoe is one of the most breathtaking attractions located in California. It's home to a number of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and skiing are a significant part of the area's reputation. </p> <a href="#more">Find out more</a>
<div class="wildlife">
<h2>Check out all the Wildlife</h2>
<p>
As spawning season approaches, the fish acquire a humpback and protuberant jaw. After spawning, they die and their carcasses provide a feast for gatherings of <a href="#mink">mink</a>, <a href="#bears">bears</a>, and <a href="#eagles">bald eagles</a>.
</p>
</div>
<a href="#wildlife">See the Wildlife</a>
</div><!-- End .primary-content -->
<div class="secondary-content t-border">
<div>
<h3>From Tents to Resorts</h3>
<p>
Lake Tahoe is full of wonderful places to stay. You have the ability to sleep in the outdoors in a tent, or relax like a king at a five star resort. Here are our top three resorts:
</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="#hotels">Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel</a></li>
<li><a href="#resorts">South Lake Tahoe Resorts</a></li>
<li><a href="#lodging">Tahoe Ski Resort Lodging</a></li>
</ul>
</div>
<div>
<h3>Pack Accordingly</h3>
<p>
One of most important things when it comes to traveling through the great outdoors is packing accordingly. Here are a few tips:
</p>
<ol>
<li>Bring layers of clothing</li>
<li>Pack sunscreen</li>
<li>Carry extra water just in case</li>
<li>Pack light</li>
</ol>
</div>
</div><!-- End .secondary-content -->
<footer class="main-footer">
<p>All rights reserved to the state of <a href="#">California</a>.</p>
<a href="#top">Back to top »</a>
</footer>
</body> </html>
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points/* Base Styles -------------------- */
body { color: #878787; margin: 0; font: 1em/1.5 "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; }
h1 {
font-size: 5.625rem; /* 90px/16px */
color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1);
text-transform: uppercase;
font-weight: normal;
line-height: 1.3;
}
h2 { font-size: 3.3125em; /* 53px/16px / font-weight: normal; line-height: 1.1; margin: 0 0 .5em; / 0 0 26px */ }
h3 { font-size: 1.25em; /* 20px/16px / color: #48525c; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 1.7em; / 34px */ }
li { display: inline; } /* Pseudo-classes ------------------ */
a:link { color: rgb(255, 169, 73); text-decoration: none; display: block; background-color: tomato;
}
a:visited { color: lightblue; }
a:hover { color: rgba(255, 169, 73, .4); }
a:active { color: lightcoral; }
/* Main Styles --------------------- */
.main-header { background-color: #ffa949; }
.title { color: white; font-size: 1.625rem; /* 26px/16px */ }
.intro {
font-size: 1.25em; /* 20px/16px */
line-height: 1.6;
}
.primary-content, .main-header, .main-footer { text-align: center; }
.primary-content { padding-top: 25px; padding-bottom: 95px; }
.secondary-content { padding-top: 80px; padding-bottom: 70px; border-bottom: 2px solid #dfe2e6; }
.main-footer { padding-top: 60px; padding-bottom: 60px; border-bottom: 10px solid #ffa949; }
.t-border { border-top: 2px solid #dfe2e6; }
/* Layout Styles ------------------ */
.primary-content, .secondary-content { width: 60%; margin: auto; }
.wildlife { color: white; background-color: #434a52; padding: 18% 24%; border-top: 10px solid #ffa949; margin: 105px 0 60px;
}
Johnny Garces
Courses Plus Student 8,551 PointsHey Kenneth,
In the video, the syles for a:link contain a display property of "block"- try commenting it out and then include display: inline for the "li" element.
There's an override issue such that the anchor links are all displaying as block level elements.
Johnny Garces
Courses Plus Student 8,551 PointsJohnny Garces
Courses Plus Student 8,551 Pointsbingo! nice find