Should I use a Section and change the tag or use a Div Block and change the tag when using Header and Footer (HTML5 Semantic) in Webflow? What are the differences between using a Section and using a Div Block in this scenario?
Published on
September 22, 2023
When using the Header and Footer elements in Webflow, you have the option to use either a Section or a Div Block and change the tag. Both options allow you to achieve HTML5 semantic markup, but there are some differences to consider:
Using a Section:
- The Section element is a semantic HTML5 element that represents a distinct section of a webpage.
- By default, the Section element has a display value of "block", which means it will take up the full width of its parent container.
- Using a Section element for your Header and Footer allows you to take advantage of its default styling and structural properties, providing a solid foundation for your overall site structure.
- When using a Section, you can specify the tag by choosing an appropriate heading level (e.g., h1 for the main heading, h2 for subheadings).
Using a Div Block:
- The Div Block element is a generic container element that doesn't have any semantic meaning on its own.
- By default, the Div Block also has a display value of "block" and takes up the full width of its parent container.
- When using a Div Block, you have more flexibility and control over the styling and structure since it doesn't have any default styling or structural properties.
- By changing the tag of the Div Block to a header (e.g.,
<header>) or footer (e.g.,<footer>), you can still achieve semantic markup.
In summary, both a Section with a changed tag and a Div Block with a changed tag can be used to create HTML5 semantic Header and Footer elements in Webflow. The choice ultimately depends on your specific design and structural needs for your site.
Additional Questions:
- How do I change the tag of a Section or Div Block in Webflow?
- What is the purpose of using semantic HTML5 elements in Webflow?
- Can I style a Webflow Section or Div Block differently based on its tag?
