Kirjautumisuloskirjautumisnapin

Kirjautumisuloskirjautumisnapin is a Finnish term used in user interface design to describe a control that handles both login and logout actions within a single button. The concept is applied in applications where the authentication state determines the button’s next action and presentation, such that the button’s label or icon changes to reflect whether the user is authenticated.

In practice, the button may function as a toggle that switches between logging in and logging out, or it may act as a dynamic action button that first prompts for credentials (or initiates SSO) and then changes to offer a logout option. Some implementations use an account menu or a context-aware label that indicates the current state and available action. The main design goal is to reduce UI clutter while maintaining clear paths for authentication state transitions.

Design considerations for this control include clear state indication, predictable behavior, and accessibility. The button should convey its current state and the resulting action unambiguously, provide keyboard operability, and include appropriate screen reader labels. Localization and consistent behavior across platforms are important, as is minimizing accidental logouts by avoiding surprising state changes or requiring confirmation for sensitive actions.

Variants of the concept include a text-based toggle, an icon-only button with a tooltip, or a two-step flow where clicking opens a login modal before presenting a logout option. While convenient, the approach should be used judiciously to avoid user confusion and should align with overall authentication patterns in the application.

See also: login button, logout button, account menu, authentication, session management.