HTML Dropdown Menu Generator | HTML List Maker Online

Q: How do I make the dropdown menu work in my form?

Place the generated <select> code inside a <form> element and ensure it has a name attribute. The selected value will be submitted with the form.

Q: Can I change the bullet style for unordered lists?

Yes! Add a CSS class to the list and use the list-style-type property in your CSS to change the bullet style (e.g., circle , square , etc.).

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Free online tool to generate HTML dropdown menus and lists. Create select menus, ordered/unordered lists, and description lists with custom styling.

HTML Dropdown / List Generator 🎯

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This tool helps you create various HTML list structures including dropdown select menus, unordered lists (bulleted), ordered lists (numbered), and description lists (terms with definitions). Perfect for web developers and content creators.

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Why use our HTML List Generator?

✅ Time-Saving – Generate complex HTML lists in seconds
✅ Multiple Formats – Create 4 different types of HTML lists
✅ Customizable – Add classes and attributes for styling
✅ Live Preview – See exactly how your list will look

How to use it:

Select the type of list you want to create
Add your items (options, terms, definitions)
Set any customization options
Generate and copy/download your HTML code

Who uses this tool?

Web Developers – Quickly create form dropdowns and navigation
Content Creators – Generate properly formatted lists for articles
Designers – Prototype menus and list layouts
Students – Learn proper HTML list syntax

What types of lists can I generate with this tool?

You can create dropdown select menus, ordered lists (numbered), unordered lists (bulleted), and description lists (terms with definitions).

Can I add custom CSS classes to the generated HTML?

Yes! The tool includes options to add custom classes to all elements for styling.

Does this support multi-level dropdown menus?

Currently it generates single-level dropdowns. For complex menus, try our Advanced Menu Builder tool.

How do I make the dropdown required in a form?

Check the ‘Required’ option when generating your select menu to add the required attribute.

Can I create nested lists with this tool?

Currently this tool creates single-level lists. For nested lists, you can generate the basic structure here and then manually add sub-lists in your code editor.

How do I make the dropdown menu work in my form?

Place the generated <select> code inside a <form> element and ensure it has a name attribute. The selected value will be submitted with the form.

Can I change the bullet style for unordered lists?

Yes! Add a CSS class to the list and use the list-style-type property in your CSS to change the bullet style (e.g., circle, square, etc.).