The child div extends outside its parent div when using inline-block with the nowrap property

Question

The child div extends outside its parent div when using inline-block with the nowrap property

.containerdiv{
white-space: nowrap;
}

.childdiv{
display : inline-block;
}

<div class="containerdiv">
   <div id="child1" class="childdiv"></div>
   <div id="child2" class="childdiv></div>
</div>

I have set the CSS above to prevent the child divs from wrapping. However, I am facing an issue where "child2" is exceeding the width of its parent container due to varying widths specified in "child1". How can I make sure that "child2" does not exceed the maximum width of the parent container without calculating and manually setting the value? Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

html css nowrap

Answer 1

Answer №1

If you're aiming for maximum happiness, consider using the inline-block property and keep your fingers crossed for good luck.

However, be wary that if the content is too wide, it may force the inline-block element onto the next line.

POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS

#containerdiv {overflow:auto;}/*implementing the clear fix*/
#containerdiv>div {float:left; width:50%;}

In this setup, both elements occupy 50% of the container and any overflow issues are resolved with the auto clear fix.

You can also use inline-block at 50%, but be sure to eliminate any horizontal white space.

<div><div></div></div>

This method works effectively because there are no spaces between the elements.

<div>
<div></div><!--
--><div></div>
</div>

The above snippet functions well due to the comments removing the unwanted whitespace.

Answer 2

If you're aiming for maximum happiness, consider using the inline-block property and keep your fingers crossed for good luck.

However, be wary that if the content is too wide, it may force the inline-block element onto the next line.

POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS

#containerdiv {overflow:auto;}/*implementing the clear fix*/
#containerdiv>div {float:left; width:50%;}

In this setup, both elements occupy 50% of the container and any overflow issues are resolved with the auto clear fix.

You can also use inline-block at 50%, but be sure to eliminate any horizontal white space.

<div><div></div></div>

This method works effectively because there are no spaces between the elements.

<div>
<div></div><!--
--><div></div>
</div>

The above snippet functions well due to the comments removing the unwanted whitespace.

The child div extends outside its parent div when using inline-block with the nowrap property

Answer №1

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