Handling Pagination

Most websites split content across multiple pages. Learning to handle pagination is essential for comprehensive data collection.

Types of Pagination

URL Parameter Pagination

Finding Total Pages

Following Next Links

Offset-Based Pagination

Cursor-Based Pagination

Handling Infinite Scroll

Complete Pagination Example

Best Practices

Key Takeaways

• Identify the pagination type: numbered, next links, or infinite scroll
• For numbered pages, iterate with a counter or find total pages
• For next links, follow until no more links exist
• Look for hidden APIs behind infinite scroll
• Always add delays between page requests
• Save progress to handle interruptions
• Handle errors and edge cases gracefully