Heading

Headings are used to organize content into sections and make pages easier to read. They help visitors quickly scan a page and understand how information is structured.

Headings also play an important role in accessibility, allowing screen reader users and other visitors to navigate content more effectively.

Think of headings as the outline of your page. Just as a document uses titles and section headings to organize information, web pages use Heading blocks to define content structure.

When to Use a Heading Block

Use a Heading block whenever you want to introduce a new section of content.

Examples include:

• Section titles
• Topic headings
• Subheadings
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Content categories within a page

Headings should be used to organize information, not simply to make text larger.

Adding a Heading Block

To add a Heading block:

1. Click the + button and search for Heading.
2. Select the Heading block.
3. Enter your heading text.

You can also type: /heading and select the Heading block from the list that appears.

Understanding Heading Levels

Headings are organized using levels.

The most common heading levels used in cutheme are:

• Heading 2 (H2)
• Heading 3 (H3)
• Heading 4 (H4)

Think of heading levels as a hierarchy.

Example:

H2 Programs
    H3 Undergraduate Programs
        H4 Admission Requirements
    H3 Graduate Programs
        H4 Application Process

A lower-level heading should always relate to the heading above it.

Choosing the Correct Heading Level

In most cutheme pages:

• The page title serves as the main heading.
• Content sections begin with H2 headings.
• Subsections use H3 headings.
• Additional levels use H4 headings.

Avoid skipping heading levels whenever possible.

Good Example

H2 Services
    H3 Student Services
    H3 Career Services

Avoid

H2 Services
    H4 Student Services

Using headings in sequence creates a clear and accessible document structure.

Best Practices

Use Headings to Organize Content

• Break long pages into logical sections using headings.
• Visitors often scan pages before reading them in detail.

Keep Headings Descriptive

A heading should clearly describe the content that follows.

Good Examples:

• Admission Requirements
• Contact Information
• Frequently Asked Questions

Less Helpful Examples:

• More Information
• Details
• Click Here

Don’t Use Headings for Styling

If you want larger text, use formatting options provided by your site’s design system.

Choose heading levels based on content structure, not appearance.

Keep Headings Concise

Most headings should be short and easy to scan.

Try It Out

Practice organizing content using Heading blocks.

1. Add a Heading block to a page.
2. Create a Heading 2 titled “Programs”.
3. Add two Heading 3 blocks beneath it.
4. Add a Heading 4 beneath one of the Heading 3 sections.
5. Review the hierarchy to ensure the headings are properly nested.