Navigation Glossary

Here you can find important tech terms and definitions, explained in a simple and clear way.

User Flow

User Flow is the micro-level map of a specific user task (e.g., searching for an article, submitting a support ticket). It's a key part of Journey Mapping and UX Design. An optimized flow is characterized by: minimal steps, clear CTAs, and dead-ends.

User Experience
Strategy
Navigation

Sticky Navigation

Sticky Navigation keeps the most crucial navigation links and the primary CTA (Call to Action) accessible at all times, regardless of where the user is on the page.

Navigation
UI-UX
Design

Navigation Menu

The Navigation Menu is the most critical element for user orientation and is typically found within the Header of a website. Its design reflects the site's Information Architecture and must be clear, concise, and prioritized.

Navigation
UI-UX

Dropdown Menu

Dropdown Menus are commonly used within the main Navigation Menu (Navbar) or as interactive fields in a Lead Form. They save screen space by hiding secondary options until needed.

Navigation
UI-UX

Footer

The Footer is the bottom section of a webpage that typically contains secondary navigation, contact information, legal links, and other supplementary content.

Layout
Navigation