Headings

How to Use Headings

• Use clear, descriptive titles
• Follow a logical order:
  • H1 = page title (only one)
  • H2 = main sections
  • H3–H6 = subsections

Think: Is this a new section or a subsection?

Structure Rules

• Go in order (H1, H2, H3…)
• You can restart at H2 when beginning a new section
• Each level should become more specific

Avoid using Headings in the following ways

• Don’t use headings just for styling (size/bold)
• Don’t skip levels (e.g., H1, H3)
• Don’t use empty headings for spacing
• Don’t fake headings with large text

Why it matters

• Screen readers use headings for navigation
• Users can jump between sections quickly
• Good structure = better understanding of content relationships