Paginator

A paginator is a tool or mechanism used to divide a large set of data into smaller, more manageable pages. This is particularly useful in web development and user interface design, where displaying a large amount of information at once can be overwhelming and inefficient for users. Paginators typically include controls such as "Next," "Previous," and page numbers, allowing users to navigate through the data easily. They help improve the user experience by reducing load times and making it easier to find specific information within a large dataset. Paginators can be implemented in various ways, including server-side and client-side pagination. Server-side pagination involves dividing the data on the server before sending it to the client, while client-side pagination handles the division of data on the client side, often using JavaScript. The choice between server-side and client-side pagination depends on factors such as the size of the dataset, the complexity of the data, and the specific requirements of the application.