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Page header usage guidelines

The page header sits at the top of a page and gives users context about the page’s purpose. It includes a title and can optionally include a description, breadcrumbs, actions, navigation, and more.

  • Displaying the main title of a page (h1).
  • Providing context for the current page with a description, breadcrumbs, or other supporting information.
  • Grouping page-level actions or navigation, such as tabs, with the page title.
  • Titling elements other than pages, such as modal dialogs or drawers.
  • Titling secondary sections. A page header should appear only once per page; use lower-level headings instead.
  • Communicating page-level information anywhere other than the top of the page.

Use a clear, concise title that describes the current page. Add a description when it provides helpful context that the title alone cannot convey.

Use breadcrumbs to show a page’s location in the hierarchy. Place page-specific actions in the header and use tabs for navigation between related views.

Page header should always be placed at the top of the main content area.