listanäkymä

Listanäkymä, often translated as "list view" in English, is a common user interface element found in many applications and operating systems. Its primary purpose is to display a collection of items in a linear, scrollable format, typically organized into rows and columns. Each row usually represents a single item, and columns display different attributes or properties of that item.

The typical listanäkymä allows users to easily scan through a large number of entries, identify specific items based on their properties, and perform actions on selected items. Common functionalities include sorting the list by clicking on column headers, filtering the displayed items based on search queries, and selecting one or multiple items for operations like deletion, editing, or copying.

In desktop environments, listanäkymät are prevalent in file explorers, email clients, and contact lists. Mobile applications also extensively use this pattern to present data such as messages, music tracks, or product listings. The design of a listanäkymä can vary, but generally prioritizes readability and efficient data presentation. The term itself is Finnish and directly translates to "list view."