Glossary / UX Design Fundamentals
What a screen looks like when there is no data yet, such as a new dashboard, empty inbox, or zero search results. Good empty states guide the next action instead of showing a dead-end message.
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What a screen looks like when there is no data yet, such as a new dashboard, empty inbox, or zero search results. Good empty states guide the next action instead of showing a dead-end message.
Every new user sees empty states, so they shape first impressions of the product.
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