HTML Page Title

Why every page needs a good title.

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The <title> element sets the page title. It is required in every HTML document and must be inside <head>.

Where the title appears

In the browser tab.
As the default name when a page is bookmarked.
As the clickable headline in search engine results.

Write a short, descriptive title (about 50–60 characters) that clearly says what the page is about. It is one of the most important parts of SEO.

Key Takeaways: HTML Page Title

Mastering HTML Page Title helps you write clean and reliable HTML code. Follow standard conventions, test edge cases, and keep logic simple. Try running the code example below and complete the exercises to build confidence.

HTML Page Title Code Example

HTML

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
  <title>Learn HTML Basics | CodesInTech Academy</title>
</head>
<body>
  <h1>The title is in the head, not on the page.</h1>
</body>
</html>

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HTML Page Title Practice Exercises

Check what you learned in “HTML Page Title”.

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Fill in the blank

Set the page title.

<head>
  <>My Portfolio</>
</head>

✓ Correct! Not quite. Try again.

Multiple choice

Where does the page title appear?

In the browser tab and search results Only at the top of the page In the footer Nowhere

✓ Correct! Not quite. Try again.

Code challenge

Give the document the title "Learn HTML".

Write the code in the live editor. Your answer is checked automatically.

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HTML Page Title

Where the title appears

💡 Key Takeaways: HTML Page Title

HTML Page Title Code Example

HTML Page Title Practice Exercises

Key Takeaways: HTML Page Title