NavButton

NavButton is a user interface control whose primary purpose is to initiate navigation to a different view, page, or route within an application. It is commonly used in navigation bars, toolbars, side panels, and menu structures to guide users through content and flows.

Core properties typically include a destination or route, a visible label, and optionally an icon. It may also expose state indicators such as enabled/disabled, active (selected), or loading. Many implementations support a target modality, such as opening in the same view or a new context.

NavButton often integrates with a routing system or navigation manager. Activation can trigger route changes, push to history, or update the current view without a full page reload in single-page applications. It may support both declarative definitions and imperative handlers.

Accessibility considerations are important. NavButton should present as a focusable element with appropriate keyboard support (for example, Enter or Space to activate). Screen-reader users should receive a clear label and an indication of the current destination or active state.

Design and usage guidance emphasizes consistency and clarity. NavButtons should be visually distinct from action-only buttons when their purpose is navigation, and should align with platform-specific guidelines. In many frameworks, dedicated components or primitives exist to pair NavButtons with routing logic.