Itqualityassurance
- Why headings are important for screen readers?
- Are headings required in accessibility?
- Is h1 necessary for accessibility?
- Why are heading levels important?
Why headings are important for screen readers?
Benefits of Headings
Making texts larger helps guide the eye around the page. Using headings and making them visually apparent is especially helpful for users with cognitive disabilities. If the underlying code for a pages headings is correct, screen reader users can also benefit from headings.
Are headings required in accessibility?
Skipping heading levels should be avoided (e.g. H1 directly to H3) from an accessibility point of view. People using screen readers often rely on navigating by heading so if the structure isn't hierarchical they may not understand the relationship.
Is h1 necessary for accessibility?
The page must contain at least one h1 element identifying and describing the main content of the page. An h1 heading provides an important navigation point for users of assistive technologies, allowing them to easily find the main content of the page.
Why are heading levels important?
Headings and subheadings represent the key concepts and supporting ideas in the paper. They visually convey levels of importance. Differences in text format guide readers to distinguish the main points from the rest. Headings are generally bigger, if not more conspicuous, than subheadings.
