Guide 58

Keywords tab: set a focus keyword and avoid page-to-page overlap

Use the Keywords tab to keep one clear target for each post, support it with related terms, and avoid multiple pages chasing the same phrase.

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Primary keyword basics

Your primary keyword is the main phrase this post should be known for. Keep it specific and aligned with what the page actually teaches.

One page, one main focus. This helps avoid confusion.

If you can describe the post in one search phrase, that is usually a strong focus keyword candidate.
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★ Primary Keyword 87%

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Secondary Keywords 5

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Primary Keyword shows confidence; secondary terms appear as chips.

Add secondary keywords, not competing terms

Secondary keywords should broaden context around your main phrase. They should help your post answer related follow-up questions.

  • Keep terms closely related to the focus keyword.
  • Avoid stuffing many near-identical phrases.
  • Use natural language your readers actually use.
A good supporting term feels like a chapter heading that naturally belongs in the same article.

Avoid competing with your own pages

If two pages target the same main phrase, both may perform worse. Keep each page centered on a distinct primary intent.

When overlap appears, choose one page as the main destination and adjust the other page to a different angle.

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Cannibalization Warnings 2

Another page targets “internal link audit checklist” — consider differentiating Site linking audit template.
“orphan page fix” overlaps with Link Stats: orphan pages — pick one primary page.

Cannibalization Warnings card matches the live Keywords tab.

Quick keyword routine per post

1

Set one primary keyword

Choose one clear phrase that matches the post purpose.

2

Add a small set of support terms

Use related terms that expand context naturally.

3

Check overlap warnings

If overlap appears, shift one page to a clearer angle.

4

Review after major edits

Recheck the tab whenever your topic direction changes.

Do not force every page to target high-volume phrases. Specific intent usually converts better and creates less overlap.