Tool-tip Capabilities
Enhance user experience by providing informative hover text for the toggle switch.
Overview
The SiticoneToggleSwitch includes ToolTip support, allowing developers to display informative hover messages when users place their cursor over the switch. This feature helps in guiding users, explaining functionality, or displaying additional information.
1. ToolTip Feature Overview 📝
Feature
Description
Built-in ToolTip
A ToolTipControl is integrated within the control.
Customizable Text
Developers can specify a custom tooltip message.
Automatic Display
The tooltip appears when the cursor hovers over the toggle switch.
2. Setting a ToolTip Message 🖊️
Property
Type
Description
ToolTipText
string
Defines the text displayed in the tooltip.
Usage Example
✅ This ensures users receive clear guidance on the toggle’s function.
3. Customizing the ToolTip 🎨
Customization
Description
Text Length
Short messages work best (e.g., "Enable dark mode").
Placement
The tooltip follows cursor position, ensuring visibility.
Font & Style
Default system styles are used for readability.
Usage Example
✅ Use concise, informative messages to improve usability.
4. When to Use These Features? ✅
Feature
Use Case
ToolTipText
To describe the switch’s function for users.
Custom Messages
When additional explanation is required.
5. Common Pitfalls & Design Considerations 🛑
Pitfall
Cause
Solution
ToolTip not appearing
ToolTipText not set
Assign a valid string value to ToolTipText.
Message too long
Lengthy text blocks
Keep messages short and clear (under 50 characters).
Overlapping with UI elements
Nearby elements obstruct tooltip visibility
Ensure the toggle is spaced appropriately in the layout.
6. Points Learned 🎯
Point
Description
ToolTips improve user understanding.
Provides quick explanations without cluttering the UI.
Short messages enhance clarity.
Use concise text to avoid excessive reading.
ToolTips should be intuitive.
Ensure they match the control’s function.
7. Review Checklist ✔️
Item
Check
Is the tooltip text clear and concise?
✅
Does it appear correctly on hover?
✅
Does it enhance the toggle switch’s usability?
✅
8. Key Takeaways
Key Takeaway
Description
ToolTips provide quick contextual help.
Users get instant guidance without extra UI clutter.
Short messages improve effectiveness.
Avoids overwhelming the user with long explanations.
Customization makes ToolTips useful in various scenarios.
Helps in clarifying functionality dynamically.
9. Summary 📌
9.1 Feature Summary
Feature
Type
Description
ToolTipText
string
Text shown when hovering over the toggle.
9.2 Key Benefits
Benefit
Description
Enhances usability with clear explanations.
Users understand the toggle’s purpose quickly.
Provides a clutter-free UI alternative.
No need for extra labels or messages.
Customizable for different scenarios.
Useful for guiding users in various applications.
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