Design Navigation Architecture
Navigation & IA · navigation
Updated 2026-07-28
- Navigation should match how users think about information.
- Create clear structure:
Primary navigation
- Most important destinations.
Secondary navigation
Utility navigation
- Account, settings, support.
- Avoid:
- Too many levels.
- Unclear categories.
- Duplicate paths.
- Users should always know:
- Where they are.
- Where they can go.
- How to return.
Related guides
UX Handbook