Have you checked for proper heading structure and hierarchy?

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Have you checked for proper heading structure and hierarchy?

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Ensuring proper heading structure and hierarchy is crucial for accessibility and usability on websites. Here's how to check and maintain a correct heading structure:

1. **Use Semantic HTML Heading Tags**:
   - Use `<h1>` to `<h6>` tags to denote different levels of headings in your content. These tags convey the hierarchical structure of your content to both users and search engines.

2. **Logical Heading Order**:
   - Arrange headings in a logical order that reflects the structure of your content. Typically, `<h1>` is used for the main heading of the page, followed by `<h2>` for section headings, `<h3>` for subsections, and so on. Avoid skipping heading levels.

3. **Single `<h1>` per Page**:
   - Ensure each web page has exactly one `<h1>` heading, which should represent the main topic or title of the page. This helps users quickly understand the main purpose or theme of the content.

4. **Heading Hierarchy**:
   - Maintain a consistent heading hierarchy throughout your website. Use `<h2>` tags to subdivide sections under `<h1>`, `<h3>` for subsections under `<h2>`, and so forth. This hierarchy helps users navigate and understand the content structure.

5. **Avoid Using Headings for Formatting**:
   - Use headings to convey structural information rather than for visual styling purposes alone. Avoid using heading tags purely for text size or style; instead, use CSS for presentation.

6. **Accessibility Considerations**:
   - Ensure headings are visually distinct and easy to identify. Use CSS to style headings appropriately, ensuring sufficient color contrast and adequate spacing between headings and content.
   - Test your website using accessibility tools and assistive technologies to verify that headings are announced correctly and that users can navigate through them efficiently.

7. **SEO Best Practices**:
   - Proper heading structure not only enhances accessibility but also improves search engine optimization (SEO). Search engines use heading tags to understand the content hierarchy and relevance of your web pages.

By adhering to these best practices, you can ensure that your website maintains a clear and accessible heading structure, enhancing usability for all visitors and improving both accessibility and SEO performance.

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