Address Bar

What is Address Bar?

Definition

The address bar is a field in a web browser that displays the address of the current webpage and accepts addresses entered by the user. It updates as navigation occurs and identifies the location of the page being viewed on the internet. This helps users understand where they are online and provides a direct way to access specific websites.

Frayer Model Overview

Frayer model diagram explaining the computer term “Address Bar,” with sections for definition, characteristics, examples, and non-examples.

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Characteristics

  • Displays the current website address

  • Accepts typed web addresses or search terms

  • Belongs to the web browser interface

  • Usually located near the top of the browser window

  • Updates as navigation changes

Examples

  • Typing a website address into the address bar

  • Seeing the web address change when visiting a new page

  • Using the address bar to go directly to a specific site

  • Copying a website address from the address bar

  • Using the address bar to search the web

Non-Examples

  • A search bar inside a webpage

  • A link within a webpage

  • A menu or toolbar button

  • A browser tab

  • The content area of the webpage

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