html5shiv: Detailed Overview & Metrics

v3.7.3(over 9 years ago)

HTML5 Shiv is a JavaScript workaround to enable HTML5 elements in older versions of Internet Explorer, specifically IE 6 to 9. It allows these browsers to recognize and style new HTML5 elements like <header>, <footer>, <nav>, etc., ensuring proper rendering and functionality. HTML5 Shiv ensures backward compatibility for websites using modern HTML5 elements on older IE browsers.

Compared to other polyfills and shims for HTML5 elements, HTML5 Shiv is lightweight, easy to implement, and focused solely on enabling HTML5 elements in older IE versions. It serves as a reliable solution for developers needing to support legacy browsers while utilizing modern HTML5 features.

Tags: javascripthtml5polyfillshiminternet-explorer