How to Fix Title Display on Habr

Title Not Showing in Preview on Habr: Troubleshooting Guide

A title in your Habr article may not appear in the preview if you created a post instead of a publication or incorrectly specified the title in the editor. To resolve this issue, you need to ensure you’ve created a publication (not a post), properly filled in the title field, checked formatting, and cleared your browser cache.

Table of Contents

• Causes of Title Display Issues
• Difference Between Publications and Posts on Habr
• Step-by-Step Guide to Fix the Problem
• Additional Checks and Recommendations
• Technical Aspects of Working with Titles

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Causes of Title Display Issues

The main reasons why a title might not appear in the preview on Habr:

1. You created a post instead of a publication - Posts on Habr don’t have titles by default and display differently in the feed
2. Incorrectly filled title field - The title might be empty or contain only spaces
3. Formatting issues - HTML tags or special characters might interfere with display
4. Browser cache - An old version of the page might be stored in cache
5. Platform technical issues - Temporary system failures

Important: According to Habr’s official documentation, publications should have clear titles as they are the first element readers see in the feed.

Difference Between Publications and Posts on Habr

On Habr, there are two main types of content that display differently:

Publications

• Must have a title
• Have a “hood” part (introduction before the cut)
• Display in the feed with title, cover image, and first paragraph
• Suitable for long and structured articles

Posts

• Do not have titles
• Limited in length (10-4,000 characters)
• In compact feed view, only the first sentence is displayed
• Suitable for short notes and questions

Key difference: If you want a title to appear in the preview, you need to create a publication, not a post. In the “Publication display in feed” section, the title will only show for publications.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Fix the Problem

Step 1: Check Content Type

1. Open your article in the editor
2. Look in the upper right corner - it should say “Publication”
3. If it says “Post,” create a new publication

Step 2: Check the Title Field

1. Ensure there is text in the “Title” field (at the top of the editor)
2. The title should not consist only of spaces or be empty
3. Check that the title doesn’t contain HTML tags that might interfere with display

Step 3: Check Formatting

1. Make sure the title is written in the correct editor field
2. Verify there are no conflicts with text formatting
3. Try removing all formatting and re-entering the title

Step 4: Clear Browser Cache

1. Clear the cache and cookies of your browser
2. Reload the preview page
3. Try opening in incognito mode

Step 5: Check Display in Different Modes

1. Switch between classic and compact feed display
2. Check how the title appears in both modes
3. Make sure you haven’t accidentally disabled title display in feed settings

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Additional Checks and Recommendations

Real-time Preview Check

• Use the preview mode to see how the publication will look in the feed
• Note that the first thing readers see is the title, cover image, and first sentences before the cut

Optimal Title Length

• The title should be informative but not too long
• Ideal length is 50-100 characters
• Avoid “clickbait” titles - they may negatively affect how the article is perceived

Technical Requirements for Titles

• Titles should be unique and reflect the essence of the article
• Avoid duplicate titles
• Use keywords but without spamming

Tip: According to recommendations in Habr’s official guide to publication formatting, the title is one of the most important elements as it attracts readers’ attention in the feed.

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Technical Aspects of Working with Titles

H1 Display Issues

If the title still doesn’t appear after all checks, the problem might be related to:

• CSS style conflicts
• JavaScript errors
• Technical failures on the platform side

What to Do During Technical Failures

1. Try waiting a few minutes and refreshing the page
2. Check if there are any maintenance notices on Habr
3. If the problem persists, contact Habr support

Recommendations from Experienced Authors

• Always check the preview before publishing
• Use incognito mode to check display
• Save drafts to avoid losing work during technical failures

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Sources

1. Habr Official Documentation - Publications
2. Publication Formatting Guide for Companies
3. Information About Differences Between Posts and Publications
4. Basic Article Formatting Guide for Habr
5. How to Beautifully Format a Publication on Habr
6. Habr’s General Publication Feed

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Conclusion

The main reasons why an article title on Habr might not appear in the preview are creating a post instead of a publication, incorrectly filling in the title field, or technical failures. To resolve the issue:

1. Make sure you’re creating a publication, not a post
2. Verify that there is text in the title field and it doesn’t consist only of spaces
3. Clear your browser cache and check display in incognito mode
4. If the problem persists, contact platform support

Remember that the title is the first thing readers see in the feed, so its proper display is critical for attracting attention to your article. Always use the preview function before publishing to ensure all elements display correctly.