The ability to navigate and interact with a website using only keyboard controls, essential for accessibility. Test tab order, focus visibility, and keyboard-activated interactions to ensure full functionality. Many users rely on keyboard navigation due to motor disabilities or preference.

The system of links and menus that helps users find content and move through a website. Good navigation is consistent, clearly labeled, and reflects user mental models about site structure. Test navigation with real users to ensure your labels and organization make sense to your audience.

A navigation bar containing primary site links, typically fixed at the top of the page for constant access. Navbars establish site identity and provide consistent wayfinding across pages. Design navbars to be useful without overwhelming—prioritize the most important links.

A distinct document within a website with its own URL, content, and purpose in the site structure. Each page should have clear purpose, proper metadata, and thoughtful internal linking. Organize pages logically and limit depth to keep content discoverable.

Animated scrolling that eases between positions rather than jumping instantly, creating smoother navigation. Smooth scroll improves user experience when jumping to anchors or returning to top. Ensure smooth scroll doesn't interfere with user scroll input.

The tabindex attribute controls whether an element can receive keyboard focus and in what order. Use 0 to include an element in natural tab order and -1 for programmatic focus only. Avoid positive values because they create confusing navigation order.