π What is Contextual Hierarchy?
Contextual Hierarchy (also called Conceptual Hierarchy) refers to the structure of headings (H1, H2, H3
, etc.) and how different sections of a web page are prioritized. ποΈβ¨
ποΈ It helps organize content by adjusting the weight of a contextβs coverage within a page. This can be represented through:
- πΉ Typography & visuals: ποΈπ¨
- πΉ Section depth & sub-sections: ππ
π‘ Why does Contextual Hierarchy matter?
- β Search terms, search intent, and sensitivity metrics can vary for a main context and its sub-contexts.
- β If a lightly covered context is linked to certain query interpretations, it might reduce the pageβs relevance. βπ
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It affects the priority of content, which can be influenced by:
- π Heading formats & words
- π·οΈ Heading hierarchy
- π Internal link structure & PageRank distribution
π Ultimately, Contextual Hierarchy shapes a webpageβs macro-context, ensuring that important topics are emphasized for both users and search engines! π