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Sentence-Level Bookmark

Also known as: In-Page Bookmark, Content Bookmark

A type of bookmark that marks a specific position within a web page's content, rather than simply saving the page's URL. Sentence-level bookmarks allow users — particularly those using screen readers or speech-based interfaces — to jump directly to a known location within a long page without having to navigate through all preceding content. This is analogous to the visual scanning ability that sighted users have when they return to a familiar page and immediately look at the section they care about. Implementation requires matching bookmarked positions across page updates, since dynamic content may shift the target location.

Category: Web Navigation · Assistive Technology · Non-Visual Interaction

Related: Web Navigation · Speech-Based Navigation · Screen Reader · Content Extraction

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