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HTML Quote Generator

Generate a <q> inline quotation element with optional source attribution via cite URL — browsers add quotation marks automatically — and copy the HTML with live preview.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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What is HTML Quote Generator?

The HTML `<q>` element marks an inline quotation. Unlike `<blockquote>`, it is for short quotes embedded within a sentence rather than stand-alone block-level quotations. Browsers automatically add language-appropriate quotation marks around `<q>` content — no need to type `"` or `'`.

The `cite` attribute points to the URL of the source document or message. It is not displayed visually but is read by screen readers and search engines for attribution. For block-level quotations (multiple paragraphs or a standalone passage), use `<blockquote>` instead.

How to Use HTML Quote Generator

1

Enter the quote text

2

Optionally add a cite URL pointing to the original source

3

Optionally add id, class, or lang attributes

4

Copy the generated HTML

Common Use Cases

  • Bloggers and journalists embedding short inline quotes from sources.
  • Developers adding semantically correct quotation markup to article pages.
  • Content authors attributing quotes to original source URLs for SEO.

Example Input and Output

An inline quote with a source URL in the cite attribute.

Configuration
Text: To be, or not to be.
Cite: https://shakespeare.mit.edu/hamlet/hamlet.3.1.html
HTML output
<q cite="https://shakespeare.mit.edu/hamlet/hamlet.3.1.html">To be, or not to be.</q>

Privacy

All HTML generation runs in your browser. No data is sent to any server.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I add my own quotation marks inside <q>?

No. Browsers automatically insert opening and closing quotation marks appropriate for the document language. Adding your own marks would result in double-quoting. If you need custom quotes, use CSS: q { quotes: "\201C" "\201D"; }

What is the difference between <q> and <blockquote>?

<q> is for short inline quotations within a sentence. <blockquote> is for longer, stand-alone block-level quotations that are set apart from the surrounding prose, usually indented by the browser.

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