märksõnaindeks

märksõnaindeks is an Estonian term that translates to "keyword index" in English. It refers to a structured list of keywords and their associated locations within a document, book, or other information resource. The primary purpose of a märksõnaindeks is to facilitate efficient information retrieval, allowing users to quickly locate specific topics or concepts without having to read through the entire text.

A typical märksõnaindeks is usually found at the end of a publication. It organizes keywords alphabetically. Next to each keyword, one or more page numbers are provided, indicating where that keyword or a related discussion can be found. More advanced indexes might also include sub-keywords or phrases to offer more granular access to information. The creation of a comprehensive and accurate märksõnaindeks is a crucial part of making complex or lengthy works accessible and user-friendly. It requires careful analysis of the content to identify the most significant terms and concepts that readers are likely to search for. In digital contexts, the concept of a keyword index is often integrated into search engine algorithms and database indexing systems, though the term märksõnaindeks itself is more commonly associated with traditional print media.