Anatomy
These buttons (which might be button links or button icons depending upon the variant) facilitate navigation between pages. They include functionalities such as moving to the next page, previous page, or jumping to the first or last page.
A vital element that displays the current page number, allowing users to be aware of their position within the content structure.
Groupings based on navigation direction - left, right, or stretched. These groups help in maintaining a coherent and balanced layout.
Example Use Cases
Pagination is used in listings or tables where content is divided into multiple pages to prevent overwhelming users with too much information at once. Examples include search result pages, product catalogs, or user directories.
In data-driven applications, Pagination is often included in tables displaying large datasets. It helps users navigate through different pages of data without overwhelming them with excessive information on a single page.
Pagination is used in blog archives or article listings to display a limited number of posts per page, allowing users to browse through older or newer posts easily.
On search engine results pages (SERPs) or within internal search interfaces, Pagination helps users navigate through multiple pages of search results to find relevant information.