Core Web Vitals
Core Web Vitals are Google’s metrics for site speed, responsiveness, and visual stability.
Definition
Core Web Vitals measure Largest Contentful Paint (LCP), Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS), and Interaction to Next Paint (INP).
Why it matters
They impact user experience and search rankings.
Example: A site with LCP over 4s fails CWV and risks lower rankings.
Use Cases
Performance Tracking
Monitor speed and UX.
SEO Ranking Factor
Meet Google’s UX standards.
Technical Optimization
Fix slow-loading elements.
Use GSC & Lighthouse reports.
Monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Core Web Vitals?
Google’s UX performance metrics.
Which metrics count?
LCP, CLS, INP.
Do they affect rankings?
Yes, they are part of page experience.
How to measure them?
LCP < 2.5s, CLS < 0.1, INP < 200ms.
What is a good score?
LCP < 2.5s, CLS < 0.1, INP < 200ms.