Use links when the target is already clear
A shared path is helpful when you know what the item is, why you want it, and how it fits the current search.
- The product family is already obvious.
- You can compare the link against similar options.
- The link is checked against a current live destination.
Use categories before links when context is missing
If a link arrives without a clear label, product family, or reason to trust it, category browsing can restore context.
- Start with categories if the link could belong to several product lanes.
- Use a guide if the link is mixed with spreadsheet or Yupoo terminology.
- Use a comparison page if the choice is really category-first versus link-first.