CSS tips with the tip fixed positioned in a fluid layout

CSS Tip 1

CSS isn't just for Christmas

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CSS Tip 2

If you get a "user" error then replace user and press any key to continue

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CSS Tip 3

Don't hide your overflow when you want someone to see it.

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CSS Tip 4

CSS isn't really suitable for you - take up another hobby instead.

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CSS Tip 5

If the data is tabular then "USE A TABLE."

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CSS Tip 6

Visibility:hidden means the element is still there taking up space but you just can't see it. Display:none means the element is not there at all.

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CSS Tip 7

Don't forget to validate your CSS.

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CSS Tip 8

CSS3 is not HTML5

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CSS Tip 9

To make a smooth transition from old school table layout just use the following code "table {transition-duration: 5years ease-in}".

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CSS Tip 10

Don't apply heights to fluid content

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CSS Tip 11

Clear your floats

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CSS Tip 12

Contain your floats

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CSS Tip 13

Use inline-block instead of floats for aligning variable height elements horizontally when they need to wrap at the end of a line.

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CSS Tip 14

Get ahead of the game and start using CSS99

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Introduction

Select a tip from the CSS Tips list and have the tip displayed here in a fixed positioned element that will adapt to fluid widths.