Italics Question

[ElectricBlue]

I think you'll find that Laurel has created an entire page dedicated to that topic, and it clearly states that <i> and <em> are equally valid and can both be used. And it also clearly states they "prefer" <em>, but using <i> is perfectly fine. Since they don't state any reason for WHY they would prefer <em> over <i>, you should use them as they are intended to be used - Lit doesn't stipulate either ffs.

A "preference" means it's preferred. Words have meanings. My point remains, you've no right to say to people, "ignore" the site owner's advice. That's poor advice.

 

[AlinaX]

I didn't know <em> was allowed. I usually use <i>, but certainly the general preference for web pages is to use <em> for emphasis so perhaps that explains Laurel's preference.