Søkeindikatorer

Søkeindikatorer, or search indicators, are signals or cues that help users understand the status of a search operation. They are crucial for providing a good user experience by managing expectations and reducing frustration. Common examples include loading spinners, progress bars, and text messages indicating that results are being fetched or that no results were found.

A loading spinner typically appears when a search query is sent and the system is processing it. It reassures the user that the application is working and hasn't frozen. Progress bars offer a more granular indication of how far along the search process is, especially for longer or more complex searches. Textual feedback, such as "Searching...", "Loading results...", or "No results found for your query," provides direct and clear information to the user.

The design and placement of søkeindikatorer are important. They should be noticeable but not overly intrusive. Their appearance often changes as the search progresses, transitioning from an active loading state to a completed state, which might display the results or a "no results" message. Effective use of search indicators can significantly improve the perceived performance and usability of any search interface.