Ready to publish? Let’s double-check

Before publishing content, complete this checklist to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and consistency across all undergraduate education websites.

Headings

• Use proper hierarchy:
  • <h1> = page title (only one per page)
  • <h2> = section titles
  • <h3> = sub-sections under <h2>
• Do not skip levels (e.g., don’t jump from <h1> to <h3>).
• Reference: SiteFarm: Proper Use of Headings
   

Images

• All images must include descriptive alt text that explains the image’s purpose (do not leave alt text blank).
• Avoid using images of text unless absolutely necessary.
• Reference: SiteFarm: Adding and editing images
   

Links

• Use descriptive link text (e.g., “View the admissions requirements” instead of “Click here”).
• Links should open in the same window unless going to a non-UC Davis site.
• Reference: UCOP: Carefully select the language for links
   

Content formatting

• Avoid large text blocks; use lists, headings, or white space to improve readability.
• Use bold or italics sparingly for emphasis.
   

Files and documents

• PDFs must be accessible before uploading.
• Ensure file names are descriptive and free of spaces (e.g., admissions-requirements-2025.pdf).
• Reference: SiteFarm: Accessible Documents
   

Final review

• Check spelling and grammar.
• Verify all internal and external links work.
• Confirm the content is up to date and accurate.