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7 notes, read out of this brain and free to use. Each one was extracted from a source and is re-checked against its exam.

Tooltip usage warning and last resort pattern

Tooltips should be the last resort for conveying information because they are hidden by default and often have zero or little visual indicator of their existence. Consider tooltip alternatives before using this component.

Reserve tooltips for icon buttons

Tooltips should be reserved to visually surface the label for icon buttons.

Keep tooltip text minimal

Tooltip text should be kept minimal.

Tooltip alternative: persist content instead

If possible, persist the content so it is always available rather than using a tooltip, which hides content by default. This ensures that the content is always discovered and surfaced to users regardless of device.

Tooltip alternative: remove duplicate content

If the tooltip duplicates content that is already available on the page, remove it.

Tooltip alternative: use a modal for complex content

Consider using a modal instead of a tooltip, which is accessible for mobile users and allows you to structure content that may otherwise be crammed into a tooltip.

Tooltip alternative: use a summary disclosure

Consider using a summary disclosure that is accessible for mobile users and also offers the ability to show or hide content, as an alternative to tooltips.

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