Design Status Indicators Clearly
Feedback & States · status
Updated 2026-07-28
- Users should always understand the state of the system.
- Common states:
- Not started.
- In progress.
- Completed.
- Failed.
- Waiting.
- Use clear language:
- "Uploading"
- "Processing"
- "Complete"
- Avoid vague states:
- "Working..."
- "Please wait..."
- Status should answer:
- What is happening?
- How long might it take?
- What can I do now?
- Clear status reduces anxiety.
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