JavaScript has long powered web interactivity, but modern HTML offers native alternatives that reduce JS dependency, improve performance, and lighten page loads. Aaron T. Grogg’s HTMHell article showcases practical replacements for common JS features using pure HTML and minimal CSS.
Key examples include:
Accordions using
and
elements. Add the ‘open’ attribute for default expansion, or ‘name’ for radio-like single-open behavior. Perfect for expandable content panels.
Autofilter inputs via with
Modals and popovers with the ‘popover’ attribute on