Step by Step HTML5

Creating Bulleted and Numbered Lists 51
Specifying the Start of a Numbered List
To start a numbered list at a number other than 1, you use the start=”n” attribute with
the tag, where n is the starting number. For example:
Note that you always specify the starting number as an Arabic numeral, even if you have
chosen a Roman numeral or letter style for the list.
You can use the value=”n” attribute for an individual list item if you want to change
the numbering for one item only.
For example, to force a particular list item to be numbered with a 5 (or in a list with
Roman numerals, a V), insert the value=”n” attribute, as shown here:
Note The start= and value= attributes are both deprecated, but they still work in HTML5.
In this exercise, you will create and nest ordered and unordered lists.
SET UP Use the foliage.htm file in the practice file folder for this topic. This practice
file is located in the Documents\Microsoft Press\HTML5 SBS\04Lists\NestingLists
folder. Open the foliage file in Notepad and in Internet Explorer.
1. Create the following numbered list above the tag:
Yellow
Necrotic spots
White powder
Light and dark green areas
Holes or chewed areas
2. Save the file, and then refresh the Internet Explorer display to view your work.