dsg-onboard

What problem does it solve?

Onboarding is often the make-or-break moment for new users: without clear guidance, first-time interactions fail to convey value and lead to drop-off. This guide provides a framework to design onboarding that communicates value quickly, reduces cognitive load, and guides users toward their first success.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Show, Don't Tell: Demonstrate functionality through real, interactive examples rather than long descriptions.
• Time to Value: Front-load essential concepts and enable a quick early win.
• Context Over Ceremony: Trigger guidance at moments of need and leverage empty states as onboarding opportunities.
• Guided Tours & Interactive Tutorials: Provide short, hands-on walkthroughs with sample data and a clear objective.
• Empty State Design: Use descriptive messaging, visuals, and a clear call to action to help users start.
• Help Patterns: Contextual tips, learn more links, and skip options for experienced users.

Quick Start

Outline an onboarding flow for a new feature, including an empty-state message and a short guided tour, then implement the first three steps.