possumbilities
commented
12 hours ago Vocabulary is a framework, not a functioning app, so this is a detail that would be left at the implementation layer, not assumed as the Design System level.
The only place I could see this being relevant might be links that are a part of the framework, that would always be external links no matter where they are implemented.
Feel free to document all of those cases if they exist on the Issue. Moving to https://github.com/creativecommons/vocabulary/labels/%F0%9F%A7%B9%20status%3A%20ticket%20work%20required for now.
shivam8112005
Problem
Currently, external links do not open in a new tab, which can disrupt user navigation and make it inconvenient to return to the original page after visiting a linked resource.
Description
This feature proposes adding the target="_blank" attribute to relevant anchor tags some of the anchor tags already posses target="_blank" but some are didn't therefore add it throughout the project. By doing so, users will be able to open external links in new tabs, allowing them to retain their place on the current page while easily accessing additional resources.
Alternatives
An alternative solution would be to inform users to right-click and select "Open link in new tab." However, this is not user-friendly and may not be obvious to all users. Implementing the target="_blank" attribute is a more intuitive solution that enhances user experience without requiring additional actions.
Additional context
Opening external links in new tabs is a widely accepted practice on the web. It aligns with user expectations and improves overall navigation efficiency.
Implementation