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Guided Navigation in Explorer

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Pronunciation
[guy-did nav-i-gay-shun in eks-plor-er]
Analogy
Like museum placards that direct you to related exhibits based on what you’re currently viewing.
Definition
UI features in blockchain explorers that suggest relevant pages, filters, and data views based on user context and query history, improving discoverability and reducing friction.
Key Points Intro
Guided navigation helps users explore complex on‑chain data by offering context‑aware suggestions.
Key Points

Contextual links: Suggest related addresses, transactions, or tokens.

Search autocomplete: Predicts queries and common patterns.

Breadcrumbs & facets: Reveal data hierarchy and filter options.

Tutorial prompts: Offer tooltips for advanced features.

Example
Etherscan’s guided nav proposes viewing a token’s holders, transfers, or contract source after you inspect its contract address.
Technical Deep Dive
Explorer frontends track user events, match against UI patterns, and render suggestion panels. Context engine uses address tags, ENS names, and subgraph data to rank suggestions.
Security Warning
Incorrect suggestions may leak sensitive contract info; ensure role‑based access control on private explorers.
Caveat
Over‑aggressive suggestions can clutter UI; tune based on usage analytics.

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