CSS float Property Reference

The CSS float property is a standard property in CSS Positioned Layout. Review its formal syntax, computed behavior, and practical declarations.

Updated 2026-08-12

float overview

The CSS float property is a standard property in CSS Positioned Layout. Review its formal syntax, computed behavior, and practical declarations.

The property is not inherited by default. Use an explicit global keyword when inheritance is intended.

Syntax and formal definition

float formal syntax

Field	Value
Formal syntax	left \| right \| none \| inline-start \| inline-end
Initial value	none
Applies to	allElementsNoEffectIfDisplayNone
Inherited	No
Percentages	no
Computed value	asSpecified
Animation type	discrete
Media	visual
Specification group	CSS Positioned Layout
Status	Standard

Practical examples

These declarations demonstrate valid ways to set float. The initial and inherit global keywords remain available even when a property-specific value is preferable.

float live example

CSS

.reset-example {
  float: initial;
}

.inherit-example {
  float: inherit;
}

@supports (float: initial) {
  .supported {
    float: initial;
  }
}