For some, one word navigational links simply aren’t clear enough. Designers are now trying to explain, in a short snippet, what the visitor should expect to see upon clicking on a link. This additional short phrase has been coined as “speaking navigation,” as opposed to “silent” navigation which follows the traditional style of using keywords to represent a group of information. The end goal in this method is to create a more effective communication style with site visitors. If content can be clarified, navigation will be simplified for the user and could potentially generate increased traffic through the site. Check out the examples below of speaking navigation:

Sifter

Lift Interactive

AgentPoint

Lennon Bus

You Version

Dishizzle

goodbytes

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