What is skip navigation?

Skip navigation is a feature designed specifically to improve accessibility for users, particularly those who rely on screen readers or keyboard navigation. It allows users to bypass repetitive navigation links at the top of a webpage and move directly to the main content. This is especially beneficial for people with disabilities who may find it tedious or cumbersome to go through multiple navigation items every time they access the same page.

By providing a skip navigation link, websites can streamline the browsing experience, ensuring that all users, regardless of their abilities, can access the content they are interested in more efficiently. This mechanism not only enhances usability but also promotes an inclusive web environment, aligning with web accessibility standards such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

The other options do not relate directly to the primary purpose of skip navigation, which is to assist with navigation efficiency rather than improving aesthetics, search engine optimization, or adding animations.