In Wikipedia, the lead section is an introduction to an article and a summary of its most important content. It is located at the beginning of the article, before the first heading. The lead is the first thing most people read upon arriving at an article. The lead might appear at the top of search results in Google and other search engines. The lead section gives the basics in a nutshell and cultivates interest. It should be written in a clear, accessible style with Wikipedia's required "neutral point of view."

For more information about creating a lead section, consult the how-to create a good lead section created by Wikipedia volunteer editors.