navigation affordance

noun phrase

1. A feature or visual cue in a user interface that helps users understand how to move around or find different content in a system or application.

   B2

   countabletechnical

   • "The menu is a clear navigation affordance because it shows users where to go."B1
   • "The breadcrumb trail at the top of the page is a common navigation affordance."A2
   • "The website uses arrows as navigation affordances for moving between pages."B2
   • "Dropdown menus and sidebars are examples of navigation affordances that guide users."B1
   • "A well-designed navigation affordance makes the interface's structure understandable without explicit instructions."C1