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Design Navigation States

Navigation & IA · navigation

Updated 2026-07-28

Navigation needs feedback.
Show:

Current location:

Active state.

Available destinations:

Clear options.

Previous location:

Easy return.

Avoid:

Hidden active states.
Ambiguous icons.
Navigation that changes unexpectedly.

Users should always know where they are.

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