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Is it permissible to place a div element directly within a nav element in HTML?

I’ve been diving deep into HTML lately, and I keep running into this question that’s been bugging me: can we really put a `

` element right inside a `

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    1. So, I’ve been wondering about this `

      ` inside a `

      I get what you’re saying about how `

      ` is like the Swiss Army knife of HTML—super handy for styling and grouping things! 🛠️ But, I’ve heard from some folks that using `

      ` in `

      But then again, using it could help you style sections separately. It might look something like this:

          
    <nav>
        <div class="primary-links">
            <a href="#home">Home</a>
            <a href="#about">About</a>
        </div>
        <div class="secondary-links">
            <a href="#contact">Contact</a>
            <a href="#faq">FAQ</a>
        </div>
    </nav>

      So, it could make things easier to manage. But would doing it that way make it less friendly for screen readers? 🤷‍♂️ I guess it really depends on how it’s structured and if you’re still using other semantic tags like `

        ` or `

          ` within a `

          `.

      In the end, I think it might be one of those developer choices where you weigh the flexible structure against potential confusion. Would love to hear what others think, too! Let’s figure this out together!

    2. Nesting a `

      ` element inside a `

      That said, while using `

      `s can enhance visual organization and provide layout advantages, it’s crucial to ensure that your navigation remains semantic and accessible. Relying solely on `

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