I keep on hearing tables are bad for layout purposes. And that using <div> tags is more convenient when it comes to layout.
What are the advantages of using style sheets over tables?
Is the <div> tag easier to deal with than the tables?
It really depends on what you are doing. I have heard that using tables is generally for ecommerce type sites. Although I have used divs in some of mine. I guess its all personal preference. I'm sure others here can elaborate more on using divs or you can search on google.com for it as well. There are tons and tons of tutorials on using tables and using divs.
I have found that using a combination of both div tags and table tags to be beneficial depending upon the purpose of the site. While div tags allow your code to be significantly more compact (which might generate better results for SEO purposes), I believe that using both allows smoother cross-browser/cross-platform functionality.
when you will ask from few designers some will say div tag is better other will say tables are better . it really depeneds on how effectively you can use them and situation where you are using them
I've been using tables for years now, and for me, it's easier to code with tables than with CSS. But recently I've realized the benefits of coding in CSS which makes your code less heavier and more SE-friendlier, so I'm converting all my sites to CSS. It's not that easy at first, but once you get used to it, it becomes easier.
i think tables are better because they are more organized but it mostly depends on what you are doing but stylesheets load faster.So there is a advantage to which ever one you choose.
i use tables only because i dont feel like learning this css stuff. i used it a little, but theres too many things that can go wrong, like you have one wrong value and the text is all over your navigation links.
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