Sidhuvudet

Sidhuvudet is the top section of a document or webpage. In Swedish usage, it refers to the header that identifies the work, presents branding, and often contains navigation or other quick-access elements. The exact content and style of a sidhuvud vary with context, but it generally serves as an entry point for orientation and control.

In printed media, page headers provide recurring information such as chapter titles, book or author names, and page numbers. They help readers navigate multi-page documents and preserve context as pages change. In digital media, the sidhuvud—often implemented as a site header—forms a structural region at the top of a page and is commonly created with the HTML5 header element. It may include a logo or site name, primary navigation, a search field, and sometimes a hero banner or tagline.

Design principles for sidhuvudet emphasize clarity, readability, and consistency. Typography, color contrast, spacing, and alignment should support quick recognition without overpowering page content. Accessibility considerations include using proper landmark roles or header elements, ensuring keyboard operability, and providing descriptive labels for navigation controls so screen readers can identify the header reliably.

Common variants include sticky headers that stay visible during scrolling, transparent headers over imagery, and compact headers optimized for mobile screens. While the sidhuvudet may be visually prominent, it should remain distinct from the page title in the main content and from the footer, serving as a stable and usable gateway to the site or document.