# Navigation Basics

## **Introduction**

Your Motion workspace is built around the sidebar and navigation tools. Think of it as your command center, everything you need to move fast and stay organized. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through Motion’s navigation step by step, so you always know where to go and how to get things done.

Navigation in Motion covers the status indicators, workspace switching, accessibility shortcuts, and system behaviors that help you move quickly and stay informed. This article lists the technical details of what appears in the navigation bar, what the icons and badges mean, and what to expect when working across workspaces or large task lists.

### At a Glance

1. **Sidebar navigation** — How to move around, use favorites, folders and search.
2. **Organization & Shortcuts** — Quick actions to stay productive.
3. **Keyboard & Accessibility —** Built-in shortcuts and accessibility support make it faster to navigate for all users.

### **What You’ll Learn**

By the end of this reference, you’ll know how to:

* Use the sidebar as your anchor point.
* Navigate between core productivity hubs like Inbox, Calendar, and Projects.
* Work with Favorites, Workspaces, and Shared items.
* Resolve overdue items and jump straight into your next task.
* Find tutorials, guides, and support right inside Motion.<br>

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