Definition: The upper portion of a page (or other) layout.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look!
That's a perfectly good definition from the dictionary – “The upper portion of a page (or other) layout.” But let’s break that down a little further.
Think about it like this: when you're writing an email or creating a document, those big letters at the very top? Like "Subject:" or "To:", or even just a title –
those
are headers!
Headers
are essentially signposts. They tell you what’s going on in that section of the page. They're like little flags saying, “Pay attention! This is about… [the topic]!”
Sometimes they're bold and stand out, sometimes they're smaller and more subtle. But their job is always to guide your eye and give you a sense of order.
Let’s say you have a report with headings like "Introduction," “Methodology,” and “Results.” Those are all headers! They help you quickly scan the document and understand what each part covers.
Do you understand now, class? Any questions about where you might see headers in your everyday life – on websites, in books, even on a menu?