Technical Definition
Above the fold is content visible without scrolling. Important for: LCP (largest element often above fold), user experience, perceived performance. Best practices: prioritize critical content, avoid lazy loading above fold content, minimize layout shifts in this area. Concept from newspaper design.
Simple Explanation (ELI13)
Above the fold is what you see on a page before scrolling. It matters for first impressions and for LCP (your largest above-the-fold element should load fast). Put your most important content here and don't lazy load anything visible at first glance.
Related Terms
LCP, User Experience, Page Layout, Performance
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