above the fold

The phrase "above the fold" originated from print newspapers and is now widely used in web design and digital marketing.

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Definition

C1Print Media

(technical)Located in the upper half of a newspaper's front page, visible when the paper is folded.

Example

  • The headline was placed above the fold to ensure maximum visibility.

B2Web Design

(technical)The part of a webpage that is immediately visible without scrolling.

Example

  • Important content should be placed above the fold to capture users' attention.

B2Email Marketing

(technical)Content in the preview pane of an email client, visible without opening or scrolling.

Example

  • Place key information above the fold to ensure it is seen by recipients.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "above the fold":

below the foldabove the lineup aboveaccordion foldabove paron topup topabove the frayfront and centertop edgeup front