Sentence Case vs Title Case: Differences and When to Use Each
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Sentence case capitalizes only the first word and proper nouns. Title case capitalizes most major words. Both are correct; consistency matters most.
Examples
Sentence case: How to write a great cover letter. Title case: How to Write a Great Cover Letter.
When to use sentence case
Many websites and apps use sentence case for headings, buttons and menus because it reads naturally.
When to use title case
Book titles, article headlines in many publications and formal documents often use title case.
Frequently asked questions
Is all caps good for headings?
Use it sparingly. Long text in capitals is harder to read.