Design an Empty State

design by Sam Ortega 1 min read 1 file

Turn blank screens into a clear next action. Use when a list, inbox, or dashboard can be empty for a new user.

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  Turn blank screens into a clear next action. Use when a list, inbox, or dashboard can be empty for a new user.
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# Design an Empty State

One headline, one sentence, one primary action. No illustration that competes with the CTA. Explain why it is empty only if the cause is surprising.

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