Indicatorsbadges

Indicatorsbadges are small user interface elements that combine an indicator with a badge to convey information about an item in a list, card, or navigation. They typically appear as a compact shape, such as a dot or rounded pill, placed near the item and may include color, a symbol, or a numeric label to communicate status, quantity, or category at a glance.

Common uses include signaling status (for example, online, offline, or in-progress), showing counts such as unread messages or notifications, and tagging items by category through color coding. Indicatorsbadges are designed to be unobtrusive yet legible, and are often positioned at the edge or corner of an item to minimize obstruction of primary content.

Design considerations emphasize color semantics, contrast, and consistency. Colors should align with a defined semantic scale (for instance, green for positive, red for alerts) and meet accessibility standards for contrast. Size and spacing should be uniform across the product to avoid visual noise. Overuse can dilute meaning, so indicatorsbadges should be applied sparingly and maintained consistently across components.

Accessibility and implementation guidance includes ensuring textual alternatives and appropriate labeling for assistive technologies. Use clear labels for screen readers and avoid relying solely on color to convey information. In typical web implementation, indicatorsbadges are rendered as inline elements with a descriptive aria-label and styled via CSS to control color, shape, and size.

Examples appear in messaging apps to show online status, in email clients for unread counts, in dashboards for task status, and in product catalogs to indicate stock or category. Related concepts include badges, status indicators, and notification dots.