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CMS Design System 404 page guidance

Documents 404 use for missing pages, removed pages, incorrect links, and URL typos, with guidance for next actions, search or homepage routes, standard header and footer, responsive behavior, working links, analytics, and keyboard access.

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  2. Trace the connection. Use the claim notes below to see how this site applies the source to specific patterns.
  3. Check the setting. Compare the source's platform, people, and constraints with your own decision.

Pattern Decisions This Source Supports

Pattern Supported decision Required contract Claim note
Page not found page Choose page not found page when the requested route, page, file, object URL, or deep link does not resolve to a valid destination. The page loads as a stable destination instead of redirecting users without explanation. CMS documents 404 next actions, search or homepage routes, header and footer continuity, functional links, analytics, responsive behavior, and keyboard access.

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Publisher: CMS Design System. Last checked: .

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