HTML heading tags (H1, H2, H3) are used to structure content and define the hierarchy of information on a webpage:
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- The main heading of a webpage
- Typically used once per page for the primary title
- Largest and most prominent heading
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- Subheadings that divide main content into sections
- Used for major topics within the page
- Second-largest heading size
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- Sub-subheadings used for subsections under H2 headings
- Provide further content organization
- Third-largest heading size
Heading tags are important for:
- Structuring content for better readability
- Improving SEO by helping search engines understand page content
- Enhancing accessibility for users with screen readers
When using heading tags:
- Maintain a logical hierarchy (H1 > H2 > H3)
- Use them for actual headings, not for styling text
- Limit H1 use to once per page in most cases
Proper use of heading tags helps create well-organized, easily navigable web content.