Conventions of Magazine Contents Page

In a magazine, the contents page, or table of contents, is what tells the reader what and where information can be found in that particular magazine. Just like the cover page, the contents page has its own set of conventions.


Title: The biggest text on the page that displays "Contents" as the title.

Main Image: A single picture on the page that relates to the feature article or multiple small pictures.

Sub-Headings: Categories that divide the content of what types of articles will be in the magazine (i.e. "Features" or "On the Cover").

Color Scheme: Simple without too many colors so that it is not distracting of the contents.

Columns: Information on the contents page is organized in columns that include the title and page numbers.

Fonts: These are used to make it easier to differentiate between headings and sub-headings.

Subscription and Editor Details: Contact information and may include a letter from the editor.


References:

Lou, R. (2012, September 28). Codes and conventions of a magazine contents page. Retrieved from https://www.slideshare.net/RachLou96/codes-and-conventions-of-a-magazine-contents-page-14500547.

Fellowes, M. (2013, October 1). Codes and Conventions of a Magazine Contents Page. Retrieved from https://prezi.com/mpql0vx_vdgd/codes-and-conventions-of-a-magazine-contents-page/.