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NotifyButton

The NotifyButton lets users turn notifications about resource updates on or off. Common use cases include notifications about updates to saved filters, workflows, or entities. Users will be notified via e-mail.

OverviewPropertiesUsageAccessibility

When to use​

  • To let users choose to be notified about changes to a resource, such as a saved filter, workflow, or entity.

When not to use​

  • For actions that aren't related to notifications. Use Button instead.

Position​

Ensure the NotifyButton is close to the element or resource to which it refers, so users understand what the notification is about.

Variants​

NotifyButton comes in two variants: 'default' and 'emphasized'.

Two NotifyButton variants: default with no background for lower emphasis, and emphasized with a filled background for higher emphasis. Two NotifyButton variants: default with no background for lower emphasis, and emphasized with a filled background for higher emphasis.

Default​

Use the default variant in most cases.

Emphasized​

Use the emphasized variant if the notification feature needs to stand out and draw the user's attention.

Sizes​

NotifyButton comes in two sizes: 'default' and 'condensed'.

Two NotifyButton sizes: default for general use and condensed for compact layouts where space is limited. Two NotifyButton sizes: default for general use and condensed for compact layouts where space is limited.

Default​

Use the default size in most cases.

Condensed​

Use the condensed size in compact layouts, when there isn't enough space for the default-sized button, or when it's placed next to other condensed buttons.

Icon only​

If space is limited, the NotifyButton can be displayed with just an icon. The icon reflects the current state (on or off), so users can tell at a glance whether notifications are on without having to interact with the button.

Side-by-side comparison of a NotifyButton in icon-only mode (bell icon without label) and the default NotifyButton with a bell icon and the label "Notifications". Side-by-side comparison of a NotifyButton in icon-only mode (bell icon without label) and the default NotifyButton with a bell icon and the label "Notifications".

Customizable content​

If you customize the content of the overlay, make sure to communicate the notification status to users (on or off) and describe the topic of the notifications.

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