The fairy tale of Hansel and Gretel

Why the Breadcrumbs Theory Cannot be Used for Navigation Concepts

Marc Achtelig

Using breadcrumbs Hansel and Gretel invented an easy and apparently effective navigation tool. The so-called “bread crumbs” can be found on many websites and online Help-pages. But here too the situation is the same as in the fairy tale: a single navigation tool might quickly flop and cannot be suitable for all situations. Ultimately the user might get lost in the woods. With the help of many illustrative examples this lecture provides practical tips and decision-making tools on effective and innovative navigation tools.