DESIGNING SCROLL BEHAVIOR: WHEN TO SAVE A USER'S PLACE

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Failing to save scroll position can frustrate users by forcing them to repeat actions, increasing interaction cost, especially on long or complex pages. While preserving scroll position is usually best, the ideal behavior depends on context, content freshness, and user intent. Designers should aim for the least disruptive default, which often involves combining scroll memory with visible reset options.