SERP Features
Featured Snippet
A highlighted answer box that appears at the top of search results.
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What is Featured Snippet
A featured snippet is a special search result that appears above the regular organic results (position 0). It extracts and displays a direct answer from a webpage, including paragraph, list, table, or video formats.
Example
Query: 'How to tie shoelaces' → Featured snippet shows step-by-step instructions pulled from a webpage.
How to apply it
Target question-based queries, structure content with clear headings, use lists/tables, answer the query concisely in 40-60 words, provide comprehensive follow-up content.
Tip:Check what format the current snippet uses (paragraph, list, table) and match it. Google prefers keeping the same format.
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Related terms
SERP (Search Engine Results Page)The page displayed by search engines in response to a query.Rich SnippetsEnhanced search results displaying additional information like stars, prices, or images.
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