{"id":34940,"date":"2019-07-09T14:36:27","date_gmt":"2019-07-09T18:36:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=34940"},"modified":"2019-07-09T14:36:27","modified_gmt":"2019-07-09T18:36:27","slug":"7-easy-ways-improve-website-navigation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/2019\/7-easy-ways-improve-website-navigation\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Easy Ways to Improve Website Navigation"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is your website taking a long time to load? Get it up to speed with these 7 easy ways to improve website navigation..<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

When you head off on an adventure, a compass\u00a0rose can help you navigate\u00a0new terrain. In the same way, strong website navigation can help new visitors (and potential customers) explore your website.<\/p>\n

According to Fit Small Business<\/a>, 64 percent of small business owners currently have a website. However, that website won’t help your customers if the page structure feels confusing.<\/p>\n

With these seven tips for easy navigation, you can make it easier for visitors to find what they’re looking for.<\/p>\n

Instead of confusing your customers, make it easier for them to navigate (and convert) with these tips!<\/p>\n

1. Help the Hypertext<\/h3>\n

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\nThe Rules for Modern Navigation<\/em><\/p>\n

For starters, your hypertext should stand out from body copy. Otherwise, website visitors won’t know it’s clickable content.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To improve your website navigation, make sure the hypertext stands out.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You can format the text with a different color, underline, or bold stroke. Make sure this differentiation is obvious\u00a0before<\/i> visitors hover over the links.<\/p>\n

You can even turn your header navigation link into buttons. That way, you have an easy-to-navigate website that improves user experience, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

2. Kick Out Clutter<\/h3>\n

According to this research<\/a>, one in four website users failed to find the page content they were looking for.<\/p>\n

A cluttered navigation bar that’s filled with links can leave visitors confused. Instead, divide and conquer. Organize content based on categories by using sub-menus to your advantage.<\/p>\n

3. Separate Sidebars<\/h3>\n

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\n10 SITES DOING VERTICAL NAVIGATION RIGHT<\/em><\/p>\n

Make sure sidebars stand out from the rest of the page, too.<\/p>\n

Format the sidebar with a color that stands apart from the website’s background. Add white space so it’s easy to read, too.<\/p>\n

4. Keep It Simple<\/h3>\n

Add clever design components elsewhere. For an easy-to-navigate website, keep it simple. Use titles that are clear and recognizable, such as “About Us” or “Contact.”<\/p>\n

That way, visitors know exactly where they’re headed.<\/p>\n

5. Don’t Forget the Footer<\/h3>\n

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\n15 Excellent creative website Footers<\/em><\/p>\n

Make use of footer space by adding navigation there as well. That way, website visitors don’t have to scroll\u00a0all<\/i> the way up the page to navigate.<\/p>\n

You can also use the footer to expand on the header navigation.<\/p>\n

Include additional links that encourage people to explore. That way, your website navigation is doing its job.\u00a0<\/p>\n

6. Make It Mobile<\/h3>\n

A bulk of your website visitors are on their mobile phones. If your website isn’t mobile-friendly, website navigation is going to get complicated.<\/p>\n

Make sure you’re using a responsive design. The text should remain legible regardless of the device.<\/p>\n

You might need to use a hamburger menu, too.<\/p>\n

7. Consider Business Goals<\/h3>\n

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\nStrategic Design: 6 Steps For Building Successful Websites<\/em><\/p>\n

Make sure the website navigation prioritizes conversions and sales.<\/p>\n

Choose pages that balance curiosity while still directing visitors through the sales funnel. Don’t forget a strong CTA!<\/p>\n

If you’re still having a difficult time competing online, consider Review Management Tools<\/a>. With these tools, you can achieve your goals and navigate your business towards successful growth!<\/p>\n

The Compass Rose: 7 Easy Ways to Improve Website Navigation<\/b><\/p>\n

With these seven ways to improve your website navigation, your customers won’t need a compass rose to get around. Instead, they’ll find what they’re looking for without struggling through your site.<\/p>\n

Dive into our Archives to discover more strategies for better business growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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