Is this code useful?

I think you want...

...which is used with forms to send hidden values.

I know it is used for forms. But is the "input type=" really nessecary if I am wanting to use it for the header? For one, it DOES make the text hidden, so that is for starters...so, should I stick with the code without the "input" part or use it anyway? Tell me what you think? And does this code have any advantages with being in the header for search engines?

Thanks for the quick response by the way,
Robby

Quote: Does this code have any advantages with being in the header for search engines?

The simple answer is no. Just like meta tags, 99.9% of search engines do not pay attention to such things.

If you try to put keywords into anything 'hidden' it can be classed as spamming! SEs have become wise to these tricks and are basically only really taking into account the content that the viewer will see.

there are methods for slipping keywords into webpages without using specific hidden methods. I don't know if they could be technically considered spam as the technology isnt push, its pull.

I'd consider it, "making the most of technology", which after all is what its there for. And Search Engines are wise, but they are not omnipotent, 0 by 0 css references for special div classes and the like are able to be slipped by, white on white textual elements in areas under images that are suspended in layers are also a method I've seen used. Keyword insertion is only limited by your creativity;-)

also with systems like google, you (apparently) also increase rank by not just your content, but who links to you, and the popularity of your domain. The formulae used to calculate rank is most likely determined by the clucking of chickens under pale moonlight.

Personally I havent registered one of my own websites with an external internet search engine in over 2 years, I dont bother anymore, the fight has left my body:D. Probably better off getting a bumper sticker with your domain name on it. Guaranteed viewing! lol

Here's a good thread for learning more on ranking tips & PR

I there is some confusion over the work "hidden". The key to the tag you are talking about is the word "input" and "field". The "hidden" attribute just tells the browser that this field is not to be displayed and is NOT an instruction to the search engine.

Remember that almost everything in a web page is intended to instruct the browser, not search engines. The exceptions, of course, are the Meta tags.

I have seen some cases where a webmaster has used form fields in a page to try and boost rank. As Webmistress said it is spamming and may be detected, but I would say that any "hidden" form field will NOT be considered, no matter what, since it is clear it would never be seen by the visitor.

I think that it's great there are new webmasters and SEOs thinking about new ideas. You'll get lots of good information here and please excuse those who might, ah, react a little strongly to your questions. Many of us have seen the same types of questions again and again. Still, the stupid question is one that is never asked...!

Thanks,
Christian

That IS exactly what I thought. I knew that it would be considered a spamming method, so that is why I asked all of you geniuses Surely, I won't be using the code. It is good to know that there are webmasters out there that have the experience and answers

As always, thanks,
Robby