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Answer capsules

Answer capsules are concise answer blocks that make it easier for users and AI systems to extract a clear response from the page.

Answer capsules are short, direct answers placed near the question or topic they answer. They make pages easier to scan and easier for AI systems to extract.

A good answer capsule gives the answer first, then uses the surrounding section to explain details, limitations, examples, or steps.

In the report, use this item as evidence. Do not treat it as a standalone rule unless the surrounding page context supports the same conclusion.

How to interpret it

  • The answer appears immediately after a relevant question-style heading.
  • The first sentence is clear enough to stand alone.
  • The paragraph that follows adds detail without hiding the direct answer.

Answer capsule structure

## What is AI crawler access?
AI crawler access means AI retrieval systems can discover and fetch a page without being blocked by robots rules, noindex tags, or server errors.

After the direct answer, explain policy choices, exceptions, and how to test access.

Common mistakes

  • Writing vague introductions before answering the actual question.
  • Creating thin FAQ blocks that repeat the same answer with different wording.
  • Optimizing for extraction while making the page worse for human readers.

Useful references

Frequently asked questions

How long should an answer capsule be?

Keep it short enough to be extracted, then use the following paragraph for supporting detail.

Should every paragraph be an answer capsule?

No. Use them where the page answers important user questions.

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