What are the key components of information architecture?

1. Organization: The structure and arrangement of information to make it easily accessible and understandable.

2. Labeling: The naming of categories and objects to help users identify and understand what they are looking for.

3. Navigation: The way users move through the information architecture, including menus, search functions, and links.

4. Search: The ability for users to find specific information through a search function.

5. Vocabulary: The terminology used within the information architecture that is clear and consistent across the platform.

6. User experience: The overall experience of using the information architecture, including the ease of use, accessibility, and visual design.

7. Content: The actual information and data within the architecture, including text, images, videos, and audio.

8. Context: The overall context of the information architecture, including the user’s goals, demographics, and psychographics.

9. Structure: The organization of information modules and their relationships to one another.

10. Metaphor: The use of analogies or visual representations to help users understand and navigate the information architecture.

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