How to Design Headings that Work in 10 Easy Steps

Headings are critical page elements when it comes to creating information that is easy to find, read, understand, use, and remember. Headings act as guideposts to orient users, indicate major transitions in meaning, and facilitate scanning.

Despite how important headings are, it’s difficult to find clear guidance for designing effective headings, particularly for complex, technical, and high-value content. This mini course provides step-by-step instructions for creating effective headings.