Hypertexts are a very
unique, new form of text, for which one must take into account a number of
considerations. When reading in a hypertext, it is important first and foremost
to consider the intent of the author. What exigence are they trying to create?
Who is their audience, and what steps are they taking to address them specifically?
In a hypertext, one of the most common considerations taken by the author is
coherence. Because hypertexts include links to other texts, they exist as the
audience’s gateway to all other media that the author intends them to see. So,
it is important to acknowledge the relationships that the author has
established between the hypertext and the other texts, as well as between the
different links contained within the hypertext.
Another consideration
that one must make for reading in a hypertext is access. Technology, especially
a device like a laptop or phone, is necessary to access a hypertext. Additionally,
the text may utilize videos or audio, so the reader should make sure that they
are able to use these features before fully accessing the hypertext.
Visual features of
the hypertext should also be taken into consideration. Whatever the purpose of
the hypertext, it may incorporate very specific visual aspects. For instance,
the text may use flashy visuals, or more muted ones; it may also use many or
few images. An online portfolio for a photographer, for instance, would use a
large number of images, whereas one for a young business professional would use
few.
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