Float
Float utilities move an element to the start or end of its container so text wraps around it, at any breakpoint (float-md-end) or not at all (float-none). Wrap floats in a clearfix parent so the container keeps its height. For layouts, prefer flex; floats shine for images in articles.
1Float start and end
float-start and float-end move an element to a side; clearfix on the parent contains them.
float-startfloat-end<div class="clearfix bg-body-tertiary rounded-3 p-2">
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-start">
<code class="small">float-start</code>
</div>
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-end">
<code class="small">float-end</code>
</div>
</div>2Text wrapping an image
A floated image with a margin lets the paragraph flow around it.
Career coaches help with your CV, portfolio and interview practice. Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way. Guided learning paths take you from beginner to job-ready step by step.
Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Mentors review your projects and give feedback within two days. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
<div class="clearfix">
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516321497487-e288fb19713f?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=800&q=70" alt="How to choose the right course" width="140" class="float-start rounded-3 me-3 mb-2">
<p class="mb-2">Career coaches help with your CV, portfolio and interview practice. Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way. Guided learning paths take you from beginner to job-ready step by step.</p>
<p class="mb-0">Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Mentors review your projects and give feedback within two days. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</p>
</div>3Image on the right
float-end with ms-3 puts the figure on the right of the text.
We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need. We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. Learn on your schedule, with lessons that fit into a lunch break. We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.
<div class="clearfix">
<figure class="float-end ms-3 mb-2 text-center" style="width:150px">
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1523240795612-9a054b0db644?auto=format&fit=crop&w=1200&h=800&q=70" alt="From teacher to UX designer: a career story" class="w-100 rounded-3">
<figcaption class="small text-body-secondary mt-1">Melbourne</figcaption>
</figure>
<p class="mb-0">We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need. We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. Learn on your schedule, with lessons that fit into a lunch break. We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.</p>
</div>4Responsive float
float-md-end floats only from md; on phones the box stays in the normal flow.
Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends. Mentors review your projects and give feedback within two days.
<div class="clearfix border rounded-3 p-3">
<div class="float-md-end ms-md-3 mb-2 bg-warning-subtle text-warning-emphasis rounded-3 p-2 small">
float-md-end
</div>
<p class="mb-0 small">Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends. Mentors review your projects and give feedback within two days.</p>
</div>5float-none
float-none cancels a float, for example float-end float-sm-none.
float-end float-sm-none<div class="clearfix bg-body-tertiary rounded-3 p-2">
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-end float-sm-none">
<code class="small">float-end float-sm-none</code>
</div>
</div>6Drop cap
A large floated first letter starts a story.
GTry the first lesson of any course for free before you decide. Earn a certificate at the end of each course and share it with employers. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.
<p class="mb-0"><span class="float-start display-4 fw-bold lh-1 me-2 text-primary">G</span>Try the first lesson of any course for free before you decide. Earn a certificate at the end of each course and share it with employers. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.</p>7Pull quote
A floated quote with a side border inside an article.
Study smarter with guided paths
Short quizzes after each lesson help new knowledge stick. Every course is built around hands-on projects you can add to your portfolio. Lifetime access means you can revisit lessons whenever you need a refresher. Career coaches help with your CV, portfolio and interview practice. Study groups and a friendly forum keep you motivated along the way.
<div class="clearfix">
<blockquote class="float-end ms-3 mb-2 border-start border-4 border-primary ps-3 fs-5 fst-italic" style="max-width:14rem">Study smarter with guided paths</blockquote>
<p class="mb-0 small">Short quizzes after each lesson help new knowledge stick. Every course is built around hands-on projects you can add to your portfolio. Lifetime access means you can revisit lessons whenever you need a refresher. Career coaches help with your CV, portfolio and interview practice. Study groups and a friendly forum keep you motivated along the way.</p>
</div>8Floated buttons in a header
A heading with a float-end button; clearfix keeps the border below both.
Marketing
<div class="clearfix border-bottom pb-2">
<button type="button" class="btn btn-sm btn-primary float-end"><i class="bi bi-plus-lg" aria-hidden="true"></i> New</button>
<h3 class="h5 mb-0">Marketing</h3>
</div>9Avatar floated in a comment
A small floated avatar beside comment text.
Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
<div class="clearfix border rounded-3 p-3">
<img src="../assets/img/avatar-10.svg" alt="Finn Okafor" width="44" height="44" class="rounded-circle float-start me-3">
<div class="fw-semibold">
Finn Okafor
</div>
<p class="small mb-0">Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</p>
</div>10Price floated right
Menu rows with the price floated to the end.
- $25.95Video editing
- $4.32Project management
- $21.81Digital marketing
<ul class="list-unstyled mb-0" style="max-width:24rem">
<li class="clearfix border-bottom py-2"><span class="float-end fw-semibold">$25.95</span>Video editing</li>
<li class="clearfix border-bottom py-2"><span class="float-end fw-semibold">$4.32</span>Project management</li>
<li class="clearfix py-2"><span class="float-end fw-semibold">$21.81</span>Digital marketing</li>
</ul>11Without clearfix
Without clearfix the parent collapses; with it the background wraps the floats.
floatfloat<div class="row g-2">
<div class="col-sm-6">
<div class="bg-danger-subtle rounded-3 p-1 small">
no clearfix
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-end">
<code class="small">float</code>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<div class="col-sm-6">
<div class="clearfix bg-success-subtle rounded-3 p-1 small">
clearfix
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-end">
<code class="small">float</code>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>12Floated icon in a note
A big icon floated to the start of a note.
Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Learn on your schedule, with lessons that fit into a lunch break.
<div class="clearfix bg-info-subtle text-info-emphasis rounded-3 p-3">
<span class="float-start fs-2 lh-1 me-3"><i class="bi bi-info-circle-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i></span>
<p class="small mb-0">Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Learn on your schedule, with lessons that fit into a lunch break.</p>
</div>13Gallery of floated tiles
Floated tiles with margins form a simple wrapping gallery.
<div class="clearfix">
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1752650736024-d6aac18abc2d?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=800&q=70" alt="Gallery 1" width="90" height="90" class="float-start me-2 mb-2 rounded-3 object-fit-cover"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531538606174-0f90ff5dce83?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=800&q=70" alt="Gallery 2" width="90" height="90" class="float-start me-2 mb-2 rounded-3 object-fit-cover"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1758270705290-62b6294dd044?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=800&q=70" alt="Gallery 3" width="90" height="90" class="float-start me-2 mb-2 rounded-3 object-fit-cover"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516321497487-e288fb19713f?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=800&q=70" alt="Gallery 4" width="90" height="90" class="float-start me-2 mb-2 rounded-3 object-fit-cover">
</div>14Signature block
float-end with text-end places a signature at the bottom right of a letter.
We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. The mobile app downloads lessons, so you can learn on the train.
<div class="clearfix border rounded-3 p-3">
<p class="small">We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. The mobile app downloads lessons, so you can learn on the train.</p>
<div class="float-end text-end">
<div class="fst-italic">
Liam Patel
</div>
<div class="small text-body-secondary">
HR Partner
</div>
</div>
</div>15Sidebar box floated
A fact box floated to the end of an article on md and up.
Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. Guided learning paths take you from beginner to job-ready step by step. Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
<div class="clearfix">
<aside class="float-md-end ms-md-3 mb-3 border rounded-3 p-3 bg-body-tertiary small" style="max-width:14rem">
<div class="fw-semibold mb-1">
Quick facts
</div>
<div>
Founded 2000
</div>
<div>
Prague
</div>
<div>
283 staff
</div>
</aside>
<p class="mb-0">Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. Guided learning paths take you from beginner to job-ready step by step. Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need. Thousands of students already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</p>
</div>16Badge floated on a title
A small badge floated to the end of a card title.
<div class="border rounded-3 p-3" style="max-width:22rem">
<span class="badge text-bg-success float-end">Shipped</span>
<div class="fw-semibold">
Study groups
</div>
<div class="small text-body-secondary">
Nov 1, 2025
</div>
</div>17Two floated columns
Two w-50 boxes, one float-start and one float-end, fill a row.
float-start w-50float-end w-50<div class="clearfix">
<div class="float-start w-50 pe-1">
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center">
<code class="small">float-start w-50</code>
</div>
</div>
<div class="float-end w-50 ps-1">
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center">
<code class="small">float-end w-50</code>
</div>
</div>
</div>18Floated close icon
A dismiss icon floated to the end of a message box.
<div class="border rounded-3 p-3 bg-body-tertiary">
<button type="button" class="btn-close float-end" aria-label="Close"></button>
<div class="fw-semibold">
Learn from people who do the job
</div>
<div class="small">
Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.
</div>
</div>19Step number floated
A circle number floated beside each instruction.
- 1Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day.
- 2The mobile app downloads lessons, so you can learn on the train.
- 3We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends.
<ol class="list-unstyled mb-0 d-grid gap-2">
<li class="clearfix"><span class="float-start me-2 text-bg-primary rounded-circle text-center small fw-bold" style="width:26px;height:26px;line-height:26px">1</span>Instructors are working professionals who teach what they use every day.</li>
<li class="clearfix"><span class="float-start me-2 text-bg-primary rounded-circle text-center small fw-bold" style="width:26px;height:26px;line-height:26px">2</span>The mobile app downloads lessons, so you can learn on the train.</li>
<li class="clearfix"><span class="float-start me-2 text-bg-primary rounded-circle text-center small fw-bold" style="width:26px;height:26px;line-height:26px">3</span>We measure success by how many students come back and tell their friends.</li>
</ol>20Floats per breakpoint
float-sm-start, float-md-end and float-lg-none switch side as the screen grows.
sm start, md end, lg none<div class="clearfix bg-body-tertiary rounded-3 p-2">
<div class="bg-primary-subtle border border-primary-subtle rounded-2 p-2 text-center float-sm-start float-md-end float-lg-none">
<code class="small">sm start, md end, lg none</code>
</div>
</div>