Comparison

Pagination vs Infinite Scroll

Pagination creates stable result pages, while infinite scroll keeps adding items as someone moves down the page.

Also called Paged results vs endless feedPage numbers or keep loading

Visual Example

Pagination

Infinite scroll

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Use pagination when people need stable chunks, page numbers, or a clear sense of how many results exist.

Use infinite scroll when the experience is more about open-ended browsing and quick discovery.

They are confused because both handle long lists, but one gives people fixed pages and the other encourages continuous browsing.

Use pagination when people need stable locations, page numbers, result counts, or a way to return.

Use infinite scroll when browsing momentum matters more than precise position.