Tooltip

What are the advantages of a tooltip? 

• Only appear when you want the user to see them, so you can introduce more complex functions at the appropriate time 
• Ideal for introducing unfamiliar icons, features, and concepts without taking up permanent space on the screen
• Can capture the user’s attention and point out elements they may have missed otherwise.

What are the disadvantages of a tooltip? 

• Users may find them overwhelming if there are too many tooltips at once 
• They shouldn’t replace intuitive design 

How to optimize a tooltip 

• Make sure to user test the initial user experience so you understand what questions users have—and when 
• Keep it to one tip at a time so you don’t overwhelm users with too much new information
• Ensure users have the option to close or hide tooltips if they don’t want to interact with them
• Refrain from a tip repeating obvious information or copy that already exists before hovering