siterbar

Siterbar is a user interface element used in web applications and websites to provide persistent access to site sections and tools. Typically implemented as a vertical panel anchored to a side of the viewport, a siterbar can also appear as a horizontal strip. The term is not standardized and often appears as a brand name or variation of "sidebar" in documentation and libraries.

Etymology and usage: The word siterbar combines "site" and "bar" and is used primarily in informal or vendor-specific contexts. In common practice, developers refer to sidebars or navigation drawers; siterbar may be adopted in project naming to designate a site's navigation hub.

Design and features: Siterbars typically include navigation links, search input, user menus, notifications, and utility controls. They can be vertical or horizontal, fixed or collapsible, and responsive to screen size. Accessibility considerations include keyboard operability and appropriate ARIA roles.

Variants and implementations: Many frameworks call this component a sidebar, navigation drawer, or toolbar. A siterbar may be static or dynamic, with collapsible sections, icons, labels, and groups. Implementations rely on CSS for layout and JavaScript for interactivity; common techniques include flexbox or grid and responsive rules.

History and usage: Siterbars are common in admin dashboards, content management systems, and SaaS applications. While not a formal standard, the component remains widely used to provide persistent navigation and tool access across pages.

See also: Sidebar, Navigation bar, Toolbar.