Ux writing systems
Skill Dragoon0x/everything-design-taste/skills/ux-writing-systems
UX writing systems, content guidelines, and text component patterns for consistent product language.From its SKILL.md
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Ux Writing Systems
Building a UX Writing System
Content Components
- Headings: H1 = page purpose, H2 = section topics.
- Body text: 16px minimum, 45-75 char line length.
- Labels: Short, specific, consistent terminology.
- Descriptions: Support labels when needed. One sentence.
- Help text: Below inputs, before the user needs it.
- Status text: Present tense for current state, past tense for completed.
Terminology Database
- Canonical terms for features (don't call it "workspace" in one place and "project" in another).
- Acronym definitions.
- Prohibited terms (brand-specific no-go words).
String Templates
{User} shared {item} with you.{Count} items selected.- Handle pluralization: 1 item / 2 items.
- Handle zero: "No items" not "0 items."
Tone Matrix
| Context | Tone |
|---|---|
| Success | Brief, satisfied |
| Error | Empathetic, helpful |
| Warning | Clear, non-alarming |
| Onboarding | Patient, encouraging |
| Empty state | Friendly, actionable |
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