Buttonbased
Buttonbased is a design philosophy and, in some projects, a software framework that centers user interaction on buttons. In Buttonbased interfaces, primary actions are represented by clearly labeled, consistently styled buttons, while secondary actions are accessed through additional buttons or menus. The term is used mainly in discussions of user interface design and component libraries rather than as a formal standard.
Core principles include explicit calls to action, immediate feedback on interaction, predictable behavior, and strong emphasis
History and usage: The label Buttonbased emerged in online design discourse during the 2010s and 2020s as
Features and components: A Buttonbased implementation may include a button component library, consistent styling tokens, states
Applications and considerations: Buttonbased is commonly used in onboarding wizards, kiosks, forms, and mobile apps with
Reception: Proponents emphasize clarity and accessibility, while critics warn that overreliance on buttons can flatten complex