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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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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. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Page not found page vs service unavailable page vs error state vs empty state
CMS documents next actions, search or homepage recovery, header and footer continuity, responsive behavior, functional links, analytics, and accessibility requirements.
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Publisher: CMS Design System. Last checked: .