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Search intent

Search intent is the need behind a query: what the person is trying to accomplish.[2] They may want an explanation, a product comparison or information for an imminent purchase. Google advises considering different readers' search terms and levels of familiarity when creating content.[1] The literal wording alone does not always identify the useful answer.

For a store, a cast-iron-pan maintenance question needs different content from a search for an exact pan model. Answer the actual question before adding a sales step. Similar formulations of one intent do not justify numerous near-identical pages. Test the assumed intent against the information and next action the visitor genuinely needs.

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Sources

  1. SEO Starter Guide: The Basics | Google Search Central | Documentation | Google for Developers
  2. Long Tail Keywords: Definition and SEO Strategy - Shopify

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