Functional Category/Year Filter

Description

Optimize user interaction with your website's content. It provides a user-friendly interface for sorting and filtering content based on categories and publication years. By implementing this component, you can offer your audience a more personalized and efficient browsing experience.

On-page Example

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Functional Category/Year filter

Component Specifications

Item/Field	Description	Required/Optional
Search Title	Field type: Single line text Text: H2 Heading Character Recommendation: 30 Wrapping: Single line Underline: Orange line	Required
News Categories Dropdown Arrow	Click: Dropdown to show all categories and arrow will reverse and show up On Second Click: Dropdown closes	Required
News Dates Dropdown Arrow	Click: Dropdown to show all years and arrow will reverse and show up On Second Click: Dropdown closes	Required
Categories Dropdown Menu	Click: Filter to category or date on page	Required

When to Use

Content Diversity: Use this component when your website hosts a variety of content types, such as articles, news, or products, categorized into distinct groups (e.g., Academics, Research, Students).
Archived Content: Implement it when you have an extensive archive of content spanning multiple years, making it easier for users to access historical information.
Enhanced Usability: Use it to improve the usability of your website, ensuring that visitors can quickly find the most relevant information based on their interests.

When to Consider Something Else

Limited Content: If your website has minimal content or doesn't require extensive categorization and filtering, a simpler navigation structure might be more suitable.
Mobile-First Design: In cases where you are prioritizing mobile users, consider alternative methods of content organization that work well on smaller screens.

Accessibility Tips

Ensure that the filter component is keyboard-navigable, and all interactive elements are accessible using keyboard commands.
Use ARIA roles and attributes to provide context and descriptions for screen readers.
Maintain proper color contrast for text and background elements to accommodate users with visual impairments.
Test the component with assistive technologies to ensure it functions as expected.

Resources

Isotope: A popular JavaScript library for filtering and sorting items with various options.
WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices: Guidelines and best practices for creating accessible web content.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): Comprehensive guidelines for web accessibility.