AI & the web
Lazy loading
Deferring the loading of resources until they are needed.
In everyday use
Images further down a page load as the reader approaches them.
What to keep in mind
Delaying essential visible content can make the experience worse.
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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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