HTML5 Handbook

What is Navigation?

Navigation refers to the system of links that allow users to move between web pages or sections of a site.

Created using the <nav> tag in HTML5.

Provides a clear structure for users and search engines.

Why Use Navigation?

a) Improves User Experience (UX)

• Makes it easy for visitors to find important pages (Home, About, Contact, etc.).
• Prevents confusion and improves usability.

b) Provides Website Structure

• Organizes content in a logical way.
• Ensures consistency across pages.

c) Supports Accessibility

• <nav> is recognized by screen readers, helping visually impaired users navigate.

d) Boosts SEO (Search Engine Optimization)

• Search engines follow navigation links to crawl and index all pages.
• Improves ranking and visibility.

e) Encourages Engagement

• Easy navigation keeps users browsing longer.
• Reduces bounce rate.

f) Supports Responsive Design

• Can be styled with CSS to work on mobile, tablet, and desktop devices.

Syntax of Navigation

<nav>
  <ul>
    <li><a href="index.html">Home</a></li>
    <li><a href="about.html">About</a></li>
    <li><a href="services.html">Services</a></li>
    <li><a href="contact.html">Contact</a></li>
  </ul>
</nav>

Links in HTML – Flowchart