nästipp

Nästipp is a term used in digital interfaces and educational contexts to describe the next tip or hint offered to a user as they move through a sequence of steps. It functions as a microinstruction intended to guide continuation, clarify upcoming actions, or reinforce learning without interrupting flow. The term is a neologism and is not widely listed in standard dictionaries, but it appears in UX discussions and design guides as a concept.

Etymology: nästipp is a blended word combining the Swedish word nästa (next) with tip, reflecting its origin in cross-linguistic digital jargon. The form mirrors how contemporary UX language often fuses local words with English technical terms.

Usage and design: Nästipp is typically employed in onboarding, tutorials, and context-sensitive help. It appears after a user completes a step or reaches a milestone, offering a brief, actionable hint for the next action. Effective nästips are concise, specific, and relevant to the current context, and they can be static or adapted based on user behavior and progress.

Presentation and considerations: Nästipp can be text-based, icon-driven, or a combination, and should be accessible to assistive technologies. Designers should avoid information overload and ensure tips are genuinely helpful; overuse or generic tips can frustrate users. Tracking engagement with nästips can inform improvements to the sequence and copy.

See also: Onboarding, contextual help, microcopy, user experience, guided interaction.