# Forward navigation: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino
> Forward navigation takes a person to a destination or step that develops the current task, such as opening a detail view from a list or continuing a form.
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# Forward navigation

Forward navigation takes a person to a destination or step that develops the current task, such as opening a detail view from a list or continuing a form

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

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## What it is and how it works

The control should make clear what will happen. The transition needs to preserve context and offer a way back or a means of recovery where appropriate. Conventions differ between platforms; progressing through a task should not be confused with always moving deeper into a content hierarchy.

Topics

[Experience and service design](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/category/experiencia-y-diseno-de-servicios)

## Related concepts

- [Reverse navigation](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/ux/reverse-navigation.html)
- [Lateral navigation](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/ux/lateral-navigation.html)
- [Navigation paths](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/digital-marketing/breadcrumb-trails.html)