Introduction to Semantic HTML#

Semantic HTML refers to the use of HTML tags that convey the meaning of the content they enclose. This guide introduces the concept of semantic HTML and its benefits.

What is Semantic HTML?#

Semantic HTML uses tags that clearly describe their purpose and the type of content they contain. Examples of semantic tags include <header>, <footer>, <article>, and <section>.

Benefits of Semantic HTML#

Improved Accessibility#

Semantic HTML helps screen readers and other assistive technologies understand the structure and content of a webpage, making it more accessible to users with disabilities.

Better SEO#

Search engines use the semantic structure of a webpage to understand its content, which can improve search engine rankings.

Easier Maintenance#

Semantic HTML makes the code more readable and easier to maintain, as the purpose of each element is clear.

Examples of Semantic Tags#

`<header>`#

The <header> tag is used to define the header section of a webpage or a section.

<header>
  <h1>Website Title</h1>
  <nav>
    <ul>
      <li><a href="#">Home</a></li>
      <li><a href="#">About</a></li>
    </ul>
  </nav>
</header>

`<article>`#

The <article> tag is used for self-contained content that can be independently distributed.

<article>
  <h2>Article Title</h2>
  <p>Article content...</p>
</article>

`<section>`#

The <section> tag is used to define sections of content.

<section>
  <h2>Section Title</h2>
  <p>Section content...</p>
</section>

Conclusion#

Using semantic HTML improves the accessibility, SEO, and maintainability of your webpages. By incorporating semantic tags, you can create more meaningful and well-structured HTML documents.