Creating links to tables and lists in DITA XML involves using keyrefs to reference specific rows or items within these structures. This syntax allows you to establish cross-references within your DITA content, enhancing its interactivity and accessibility. Let’s explore how to do this with tables and lists.

1. Linking to Tables: In DITA, you can create links to specific rows within tables. Consider the following table that lists software features:

<table>
  <title>Software Features</title>
  <tgroup>
    <tbody>
      <row id="feature1">
        <entry>Feature 1</entry>
        <entry>Description of Feature 1</entry>
      </row>
      <row id="feature2">
        <entry>Feature 2</entry>
        <entry>Description of Feature 2</entry>
      </row>
    </tbody>
  </tgroup>
</table>

To link to “Feature 1” from another topic, you can use the following keyref:

<ph>For more details, see <keyword keyref="table.dita#feature1"/>.</ph>

2. Linking to Lists: Similarly, you can reference specific items within lists. For example, here’s a glossary entry:

<list type="glossary">
  <item id="term1">
    <ph>Term 1</ph>
    <ph>Definition of Term 1</ph>
  </item>
  <item id="term2">
    <ph>Term 2</ph>
    <ph>Definition of Term 2</ph>
  </item>
</list>

To link to “Term 1” and its definition from another topic:

<ph>Learn more about <keyword keyref="glossary.dita#term1"/>.</ph>

By following this syntax, you can effectively create links to specific rows in tables and items in lists, improving the way users navigate and engage with your DITA content.