Add Clear Frontend Navigation & Routing Indicators #78
Description
📌 Problem
The LocalMind frontend currently provides multiple powerful sections such as Chat, Document Upload (RAG), Model Settings, and API Information. However, there is no clear visual navigation or routing indicator that helps users understand where they are in the application or how to move between sections.
This can be confusing, especially for new or non-technical users, as the UI does not clearly communicate the current context or available navigation paths.
🔍 Current UX Challenges
Users cannot easily tell which section (Chat, Documents, Settings, API) is currently active
Navigation between sections is not visually guided
UI elements may appear inconsistent across different sections
Users may miss features because they are not clearly discoverable
💡 Proposed Improvements
1️⃣ Add a Persistent Navigation Component
Introduce a top navbar or sidebar that is visible across all pages
Include clear navigation items such as:
Chat
Documents / RAG
Model Settings
API Info
Highlight the active section using color, underline, or icon state
2️⃣ Active Route Indicators
Visually indicate the current route/page
Example:
Bold text or highlighted background for the active menu item
Icons that change color when active
3️⃣ Section Headers or Breadcrumbs
Add clear page headers like:
“Chat Interface”
“Document Upload & RAG”
“Model Configuration”
Optionally add breadcrumbs (e.g., Home > Documents > Upload) for better orientation
4️⃣ Consistent Layout & UI Placement
Maintain consistent placement of:
Page titles
Action buttons
Help or info icons
Ensure similar spacing, alignment, and component structure across sections