service-manual 1 linked patterns checked
GOV.UK organising and grouping content
Documents grouping content by what it is about, hierarchical topics and subtopics, mainstream browse pages for public how-to content, and user-need checks for collections.
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What this source can teach
Use this source to study a complete public-service task and the guidance that supports its implementation.
- Start with the original. Open the source and find the guidance or example relevant to your task.
- Trace the connection. Use the claim notes below to see how this site applies the source to specific patterns.
- Check the setting. Compare the source's platform, people, and constraints with your own decision.
Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browse by category | Choose browse by category when the primary task is exploratory recognition: users know the area but not the exact item name or query. | Activating a category navigates to a category view or expands a category hierarchy, not a filter chip on an unrelated result set. | GOV.UK content guidance documents topics, subtopics, mainstream browse pages, and user-need-driven grouping. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Browse by category vs basic search vs filter panel vs tabs
GOV.UK guidance explains topics, subtopics, mainstream browse pages, and grouping by user need.
Evidence Role
This source is treated as service-manual evidence. Its value comes from the specific claims and setting described above.
Publisher: Government Digital Service. Last checked: .