What is a website layout designer?

A website layout designer is a visual tool that lets you arrange and organize the structure of a webpage. Instead of writing code, you drag and drop components like headers, navigation bars, sections, and footers to create a wireframe or mockup of your website design.

What are HTML5 semantic elements?

HTML5 semantic elements are tags that describe the meaning of their content. Examples include for navigation, for introductory content, for the main content, for thematic groupings, for self-contained content, for sidebars, for images with captions, and for footer content. Using semantic elements improves accessibility and SEO.

What is the difference between div and semantic elements?

A is a generic container with no semantic meaning. Semantic elements like , , , and describe what their content represents. Screen readers and search engines understand semantic elements, making your website more accessible and better for SEO. Use semantic elements when they fit; use for purely visual groupings.

What is the nav element used for?

The element represents a section of navigation links. It's typically used for main site navigation, menus, tables of contents, or any group of links that help users navigate within or between pages. Not every group of links needs a — only major navigation blocks.

What is the header element used for?

The element represents introductory content, typically containing headings, logos, navigation, or a hero section. A page can have multiple headers — one for the page and one for each or . It's commonly used for the top 'hero' area of a website with a headline and call-to-action.

What is the section element used for?

The element represents a thematic grouping of content, typically with a heading. Use it for chapters, tabs, or distinct areas of a page. If the content is self-contained and could be syndicated independently (like a blog post), use instead.

What is the article element used for?

The element represents self-contained, independently distributable content. Examples include blog posts, news articles, forum posts, comments, or product cards. The key test: would this content make sense on its own if shared or syndicated elsewhere?

What is the figure element used for?

The element represents self-contained content like images, diagrams, code snippets, or videos, optionally with a . Use it when the content is referenced from the main text but could be moved without affecting the document flow — like a photo with a caption.

What is the aside element used for?

The element represents content tangentially related to the main content — like sidebars, pull quotes, advertising, or related links. It's content that could be removed without reducing the meaning of the main content.

What is the footer element used for?

The element represents footer content for its nearest ancestor. It typically contains copyright information, contact details, related links, or author information. Like , you can have multiple footers — one for the page and one for each or .

Is this layout designer free?

Yes — 100% free with no sign-up, no watermarks, and no limits. All processing happens in your browser; we never see or store your designs.

Can I export my layout design?

Yes! Click the Export PNG button to download a screenshot of your layout. You can use this for mockups, presentations, or documentation.

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Desktop or Tablet Required

The Layout Designer works best on larger screens with drag-and-drop support. Please visit this page on a tablet or desktop computer.

Components

<nav>+

N Simple

N With Button

N Centered

F Footer

<header>+

H Centered

H Left Aligned

H Split Image

<section>+

S Section

A Article

V Video

<figure>+

I Full Width

I Image Left

I Image Right

<div>+

2 2 Columns

3 3 Columns

C Card Grid

* Features

G Gallery

<aside>+

! Call to Action

Q Blockquote

@ Form

<details>+

? FAQ / Accordion

<table>+

$ Pricing Table

T Data Table

<ul> / <ol>+

* Bullet List

1 Numbered List

<address>+

@ Contact Info

<hr>+

- Spacer

= Divider