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Use headings to break up content into logical sections.
Why it matters: Makes content easier to scan and understand.
Section headings are used to organize the content.
What This Means: This success criterion requires that content is organized using section headings (h1-h6 elements) to create a logical structure. Headings help break up long blocks of text and create a clear hierarchy that makes content easier to navigate and understand.
Why It's Important: Well-structured headings benefit all users by making content scannable and easier to digest. Screen reader users can navigate by headings to quickly jump to sections of interest. Users with cognitive disabilities benefit from clear organization that reduces cognitive load. Visual users can scan headings to understand the page structure at a glance.
Use heading elements (h1-h6) in a logical hierarchy. The h1 should represent the main topic, h2 for major sections, h3 for subsections, and so on. Don't skip heading levels (e.g., don't go from h2 to h4). Headings should be descriptive and accurately represent the content that follows. Avoid using headings purely for visual styling use CSS for that instead.
This criterion ensures that all users can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
This criterion ensures that screen reader users can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
This criterion ensures that users with cognitive disabilities can access and understand the content, improving their overall experience and ability to use the website effectively.
Impact: When this criterion is properly implemented, it removes barriers for these user groups and creates a more inclusive web experience for everyone.
Content has no headings, making it hard to navigate.
<div>
<p>Introduction text...</p>
<p>Main content...</p>
<p>Conclusion...</p>
</div>Content uses proper heading hierarchy to organize sections.
<h1>Main Title</h1>
<h2>Introduction</h2>
<p>Introduction text...</p>
<h2>Main Content</h2>
<p>Main content...</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>Conclusion...</p>This success criterion benefits the following user groups:
Tip: Use this checklist during development and testing to ensure all requirements for 2.4.10 Section Headings are met. Check off items as you complete them.
Note: These are official W3C resources for 2.4.10. For the most up-to-date information and detailed technical guidance, always refer to the official W3C documentation.
Implementing 2.4.10 Section Headings correctly requires understanding your specific context. Code solutions vary significantly based on multiple factors:
HTML, React, Vue, Angular, PHP, Python, and other frameworks each have different patterns and best practices.
Server-side rendering, client-side rendering, static generation, and hybrid approaches require different solutions.
Your existing components, styling approach, and UI library influence how accessibility must be implemented.
Your specific user base, content type, and interaction patterns determine the most appropriate implementation.
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