Alert Box

Guidelines

1. When to Use

   • To inform users of critical issues that require immediate attention.
   • When an action must be confirmed or acknowledged before proceeding (e.g., deleting data, submitting final information).
   • To prevent irreversible or high-impact mistakes.
   • When the message is time-sensitive and cannot be overlooked.

2. What to Avoid

   • Using alerts for routine information or low-priority updates (use inline notifications instead).
   • Interrupting workflows unnecessarily with too many alerts.
   • Presenting vague or technical error messages without clear next steps.
   • Requiring acknowledgment for non-critical actions, which can frustrate users and cause alert fatigue.

3. Accessibility Tips

   • Provide clear, descriptive headings and actionable button text
   • Avoid relying solely on color to convey importance—use icons added emphasis.