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Designing Intuitive Navigation

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UX

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Gabriel Pires

15 Sept 2024

Why Navigation Matters

Navigation is the backbone of any website. It determines how easily users can find what they need, directly impacting their satisfaction and engagement.

Intuitive navigation keeps users focused and reduces frustration, creating a smoother journey.

Elements of Good Navigation

  • Simple, descriptive labels for menu items.

  • A logical structure with clear categories.

  • Consistent placement across all pages.

Your navigation should act as a guide, not a puzzle.

Steps to Create Intuitive Navigation

  1. Map out the user journey to identify key pages.

  2. Use a top-level menu for primary links and a footer for supplementary ones.

  3. Test your navigation with real users to uncover confusion points.

Good navigation ensures visitors focus on your content instead of getting lost.

"A great design is invisible—it just works."

By optimizing navigation, you make every visit to your site effortless and enjoyable.

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