superscript and subscript text

vertical-align: ***;

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The vertical-align property specifies the vertical alignment.

When the super or sub value is specified for this property, the text becomes superscript or subscript.

.example {
vertical-align: super;
}

Property Value Explanation
vertical-align super superscript text (raises the text)
sub subscript text (lowers the text)
baseline aligns to the baseline of the parent element (default)

Example

<html>
<head>
<title>TAG index</title>

<style type="text/css">

#example1 { vertical-align: super; }
#example2 { vertical-align: sub; }

</style>

</head>
<body>

<p>Normal text <span id="example1">Superscript text</span></p>
<p>Normal text <span id="example2">Subscript text</span></p>

</body>
</html>
Output

Normal text Superscript text

Normal text Subscript text