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<H1> Element

Category: Headings
Period: HTML 1 / HTML 2.0
Status: core

Description

The highest-level heading for the main subject of a page.

Syntax

<H1>Main heading</H1>

Attributes

None in strict HTML 2.0.

Usage Guidelines

• Use one H1 near the top of a normal page.
• Use headings in order when possible; H1 then H2 then H3.
• Do not use H1 merely to make text large.
• Search and directory tools used headings to infer page structure.

Common Mistakes

• Too many H1 elements make a page look noisy on small screens.

Example Code

<H1>HTML 2.0 Tutorial</H1>
<P>Start here if you are new to writing web pages.

Authoring Note

Write the document first, then test it in a graphical browser and a text browser. The page should remain understandable if images fail, colours are ignored, or the browser uses its own fonts.

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