Collapsible Sections is a page layout feature that allows authors to group content into expandable and collapsible blocks, giving users the ability to show or hide parts of a page to reduce vertical scrolling and improve readability.

Common Use Cases

• FAQ pages: build clean, accordion-style FAQs where users can expand only the questions they care about
• Long-form content and knowledge bases: organize policies, procedures, and how-to guides into logical sections without overwhelming users
• Department and intranet pages: group information by topic (HR, IT, Finance, Benefits, Training, etc.) for easier consumption
• Audience-specific content: separate content for different roles or groups (employees, managers, new hires, vendors)
• Training and documentation hubs: structure step-by-step guides, troubleshooting content, and learning resources

Benefits

• Cleaner page layout: reduces visual clutter and prevents long pages from feeling overwhelming
• Improved user experience: allows users to quickly find and focus on only the content that is relevant to them
• Better content organization: encourages logical grouping of related information
• Enhanced mobile experience: makes long pages easier to consume on smaller screens
• Fully out-of-the-box: no code, scripts, or third-party tools required

Key Considerations

• Clear section titles are critical: titles act as navigation and must clearly describe the hidden content
• Default state matters: sections can be expanded or collapsed by default; collapsed is usually better for long pages
• Not just text: sections can contain other web parts such as images, lists, forms, videos, etc.
• Avoid overuse: too many collapsible sections can hurt usability and make pages feel fragmented