Headings and Content Hierarchy
Structure your text content using headings from H1 to H6 for better readability and SEO.
Learning Goals
The Core Concept
Headings organize your content so both readers and search engines can scan it easily. HTML has six levels of headings: `<h1>` is the most important, and `<h6>` is the least. A good rule of thumb is to use exactly one `<h1>` tag per page for the main topic, and then break sections down using `<h2>` and `<h3>` tags. Never use heading tags just to make text bold or big; use them for outline structure.
Visual guide
Html concept flow
A simple original diagram to connect the lesson idea with real project flow.
Code & Implementation
<h1>Main Course Guide</h1>
<h2>Module 1: Getting Started</h2>
<h3>Lesson 1.1: Installation</h3>
<p>First, download the installer.</p>Expected Output
Main Heading: Main Course Guide Sub-Heading: Module 1: Getting Started Sub-sub-heading: Lesson 1.1: Installation Text: First, download the installer.
Outline a Blog Article
Hands-on practice task
The Challenge
Create a page outline for an article about 'Healthy Cooking'. Use a main heading, two main sub-sections ('Choosing Ingredients' and 'Cooking Techniques'), and two minor sub-sections under 'Cooking Techniques' ('Baking' and 'Steaming').
Helpful Hints
- •The main title should be an <h1>.
- •Main sub-sections should be <h2> tags.
- •Minor sub-sections under <h2> should be <h3> tags.
Quick Knowledge Check
Can I use headings to style my text?
Why is heading hierarchy important for SEO?
Continue Learning
Next steps after this lesson
Create a page outline for an article about 'Healthy Cooking'. Use a main heading, two main sub-sections ('Choosing Ingredients' and 'Cooking Techniques'), and two minor sub-sections under 'Cooking Techniques' ('Baking' and 'Steaming').
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