# placeholder

A short hint displayed inside an empty text-like control.

## What is **`placeholder`**?

**`placeholder`** — A short hint displayed inside an empty text-like control.

Level: Apprentice · [More HTML terms at this level](https://www.ask-codey.com/glossary/subjects/html/apprentice)

Updated: September 27, 2026

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