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Designed or arranged in such a way that you can quickly get an overview and find your way around easily. It means that something is clear and well structured.
Die neue Website ist sehr übersichtlich gestaltet.
The new website is designed very clearly.
The word is derived from 'die Übersicht' (overview). Something is 'übersichtlich' (clear) when you can easily get an overview of it. So the structure is clearly recognizable.
Dank der guten Gliederung ist der Bericht sehr übersichtlich.
Thanks to the good organization, the report is very clear.
In the meaning 'klar strukturiert' (clearly structured), the word is often used for information or designs: a clear table, a clear graphic, a clear arrangement, or a clear menu.
Bitte erstellen Sie eine übersichtliche Liste mit allen wichtigen Punkten.
Please create a clear list with all the important points.
When 'übersichtlich' (limited) describes a quantity, it can be a polite or ironic paraphrase for 'klein' (small) or 'wenig' (little/few). It means that the number is smaller than perhaps expected.
Die Zahl der freien Plätze im Kurs war sehr übersichtlich.
The number of available spots in the course was very limited.
The context makes the meaning clear: If the word refers to the structure or layout of something (e.g., a page, a room), the first meaning is intended. If it refers to a number or quantity, the second meaning is intended.
Das Programm hat eine sehr übersichtliche Benutzeroberfläche.
The program has a very clear user interface.
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'klar' and 'übersichtlich' can both mean that something is easy to understand. 'klar' is especially suitable when a statement, explanation, or rule is unambiguous and leaves no doubt. 'übersichtlich' is used more when something is well organized, for example a plan, a list, or a website. An explanation can be 'klar', but a table is more likely to be 'übersichtlich'. In short: 'klar' often concerns the content, while 'übersichtlich' is more about form and organization.
Der neue Stundenplan ist übersichtlich und leicht zu lesen.
The new timetable is clearly laid out and easy to read.
Die Lehrerin hat die Aufgabe klar erklärt.
The teacher explained the task clearly.