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Definition

What Should a Website Navigation Bar Include?

The horizontal or vertical bar at the top (or side) of a webpage containing the primary navigation links, logo, and often a CTA button.

Related Terms

Navigation

Hero Section

Mobile First

UX

Above the Fold

Example

Reload Mode's fixed nav bar includes the logo on the left, primary page links in the centre, and a 'Get a Free Audit' CTA button on the right.

Synonyms:

Navigation bar, Header navigation, Top bar

Acronyms:

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