Small pieces of guidance that help users complete inputs or tasks correctly.
Field hint
Provide short contextual help about what to enter in a field or why it’s needed. Show as inline text below the input, or tooltip on an info icon.
Example scenario
Appears below form fields such as “Email,” “Phone,” or “Company” to clarify purpose and reduce hesitation.
Input format
Guide users on the correct input structure or pattern. Show as inline text under the field, or tooltip on hover/tap.
Example scenario
Appears below fields that require specific structure (phone, date, ID, credit card).
Password requirements
Help the user create a valid password by showing requirements before they start typing, and update the hints dynamically as conditions are met. Show as inline text below the input, or checklist that updates in real time.
Example scenario
Appears below the password field on sign-up or reset pages, showing live progress as users meet all requirements.
Character guidance
Inform the user about character limits or remaining characters. Show as inline text, or counter within the input area.
Example scenario
Appears below a text input such as a feedback box, bio field, or message composer to prevent users from exceeding the character limit.
Privacy hint
Reassure users how their entered data will be used. Show as inline text near the field, or tooltip on info icon.
Example scenario
Appears in form sections with sensitive information such as billing details, company data, or personal notes to reassure users how the data is stored or shared.
Shortcut hint
Show users a keyboard or interface shortcut to speed up interaction. Show as tooltip on hover, or inline near the feature.
Example scenario
Appears in dashboards, editors, or command palettes to highlight keyboard shortcuts that help users perform actions faster.