notikt
Notikt is a term used in information design to describe a lightweight, transient notification unit intended to inform users without interrupting task flow. Notikt messages typically appear briefly in a corner or edge of the interface, show a short text and optional action, and auto-dismiss after a few seconds.
Origin and scope: The concept arises from the move away from modal dialogs toward unobtrusive UI cues
Design characteristics: Notikts emphasize brevity, clarity, and non-disruption. They usually include an icon, short text, and
Implementation and platforms: In many frameworks notikt components are known as toasts or snackbars. Practical guidance
Reception and use: Proponents argue that notikt reduces interruptions and information noise, while critics caution that