Pages and Structure | University IT

Clear structure and meaningful headings make web pages accessible by communicating content hierarchy and order. Screen reader users rely on headings to skim, jump between sections, and understand context; keyboard users benefit from predictable landmarks and sections; and all readers experience reduced cognitive load when content is well organized. Use semantic HTML for layout and landmarks (header, nav, main, aside, footer) and apply heading levels (h1 – h6) to reflect true content hierarchy. Good structure also improves SEO, responsiveness, and maintainability, creating pages that are easier to navigate for everyone.

Headings: Use headings to provide a "table of contents" for your page.
Resizing Pages and Content: Make pages flexible to allow resize and reflow.
Language: Set the default page language and correctly flag language changes so screen readers pronounce text correctly.
Lists: Create lists with correct semantic structure.
Page Title: Use accurate and unique page titles to help users differentiate between tabs and know what to expect on the page.
Session Timeout: Handle session timeouts correctly to avoid barriers from automatic logouts.