The Technical Stuff
2. Decoding the Header Hierarchy
Okay, so you've probably heard of H1, H2, H3, and so on. These are the HTML tags that define your headers. Think of them like different sizes of subtitles. H1 is the biggest and most important, usually reserved for the main title of your page. Its the head honcho, the star of the show! There should only be ONE H1 per page. Treating your h1 well is super important!.
H2 tags are used for the major sections of your content, like the subheadings you see in this article. They're like the supporting cast, breaking down the main topic into smaller, digestible chunks. Then come H3s, which are used for sub-sections within those major sections. Think of them as the character actors who add depth and nuance to the story. You will use H3's more frequently that H2's.
You can go all the way down to H6, but honestly, anything beyond H3 is usually overkill for most web content. The key is to create a logical hierarchy that reflects the structure of your information. Imagine it like an outline — the H1 is the main topic, the H2s are the main points, and the H3s are the supporting details. Using H4 or H5 usually means something wrong or the article is very specific.
Using these tags correctly not only makes your content easier to read, but it also helps search engines understand the relationship between different parts of your page. So, before you start throwing around header tags willy-nilly, take a moment to plan out your content structure. Your readers (and Google) will thank you for it.
