HTML headings are used to define the hierarchical structure and provide a visual hierarchy to the content of a web page. Headings are represented by the <h1> to <h6> elements, where <h1> represents the highest level of heading and <h6> represents the lowest level.
Here’s an overview of HTML headings:
<h1>: Represents the main heading of a page or a major section.
<h1>Welcome to My Website</h1><h2>: Represents a subheading or a subsection within a major section.
<h2>About Us</h2><h3>to<h6>: Represent headings of decreasing levels of importance or hierarchy.
<h3>Our Team</h3>
<h4>John Doe</h4>
<h5>Jane Smith</h5>
<h6>Mark Johnson</h6>It’s important to follow a logical and hierarchical structure when using headings in HTML. Typically, there should be only one <h1> element per page, representing the main heading. Subsequent headings should be used in order, without skipping levels, to maintain consistency and clarity in the document structure.
Using appropriate headings not only helps visually structure the content but also benefits accessibility and search engine optimization. Screen readers and search engines use the heading structure to understand the organization and context of the content.
Remember to use headings semantically and choose the appropriate heading level based on the content’s importance and its relationship to other sections.