The section and article elements are used to organize content into logical and meaningful parts.
They help structure large pages into readable blocks and make content easier to understand for users and search engines.
The Section Element
The section element is used to group related content together.
Each section usually has a heading that describes its topic.
Sections are used to divide a page into thematic groups such as services, features, or topics.
A section should always represent a meaningful group of content.
The Article Element
The article element represents independent, self-contained content.
It is commonly used for blog posts, news articles, comments, and cards.
An article should make sense even if it is moved or reused elsewhere.
This makes article ideal for blog posts and content feeds.
Section vs Article
Use section to group related content.
Use article for standalone, reusable content.
Choosing the correct element improves semantic clarity.
Common Mistakes
- Using section without a heading
- Using article for layout only
- Replacing all div elements blindly
Why Section and Article Matter for Jobs
These elements are heavily used in modern websites and frameworks.
Interviewers often test understanding of section vs article usage.
Practice Task
Create a webpage with two sections. Inside one section, add two articles representing blog posts.
What You Will Learn Next
In the next lesson, you will learn about aside and main content elements.