The default numbering system is Arabic numerals: 1, 2, 3, and so forth (see Figure 15-4). In a following
section, you learn how to alter this default to use other numbering formats or to create an alphabetic list.
FIGURE 15-4
An ordered list is used on this page to create a numbered sequence.
Editing ordered lists
The HTML code for an ordered list is
. Both and use the list item tag, - , to mark individual
entries, and Dreamweaver handles the formatting identically:
- Stir in two sets of Venetian blinds.
- Add one slowly rotating ceiling fan.
- Combine one flashing neon sign with one dangling light bulb.
- Toss in 150 cubic yards of fog.
The empty list item pair, - ...
, is displayed on the page as the next number in sequence.
Ordered List
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Ordered lists are inserted in a similar fashion to unordered ones, but have the advantage of automatically
being renumbered when moved.
1. In the Files panel, re-open the lists_start.htm file.
2. Place your cursor below the paragraph following the Top Three Reasons to Buy Now heading.
3. In the Property inspector, click Ordered List.
The number 1 appears, indicating the first list item.
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