AI & the web
First Contentful Paint
The point when a browser first displays content such as text or an image during loading.
In everyday use
A visitor first sees the page heading.
What to keep in mind
An early first appearance does not mean the whole page is ready.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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