Below is an example of the Inline Alert content type.

Inline Alerts should be used to convey important information that site visitors will need related to the topic. Urgency and time sensitivity are two things to consider when using this content type.

• If the message is not urgent, you can create a "Notice" Inline Alert (green)
• If the message is urgent, you can create a "Warning" Inline Alert (yellow)
• If the message is critical and vital, you can create an "Emergency" Inline Alert (red)

Do

• Use sparingly.

Don't

• Don't use more than one Inline Alert per page. 

Heading

• Use to get your visitor's attention.
• Maximum 45 characters.

Alert sentence

• Use to give some context, but keep it brief.
• No more than two sentences — one is preferable.
• Under 25 words if possible. 

Link text

• Start with a verb.
• Keep it to two or three words, if possible.

Remember

• The page you link to is where you want people to linger and get the detail.

Headings

Headings are important for visitors who use screen readers. Heading order organizes the content on the page and provides a "table of contents" for non-visual visitors. When you use a Scannable Paragraph, make sure the headings on the page are structured correctly. Think of headings as an outline of your content.

Learn more about headings and accessibility

Link language

Remember to use simple, clear language for the headings and link text. Link language should describe what your reader will get if they click that link, rather than a generic "Click here"