<var>
The <var>
element defines a variable within a syntax diagram for which
the user must supply content, such as their user name or password. Processors typically
represent the <var>
element in output in an italic font, but are not
required to do so. This element is part of the DITA programming domain, a special set of
DITA elements designed to document programming tasks, concepts, and reference
information.
Category: Programming elements