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- Are tabs as a pattern good for mobile design?
- What is the most compelling argument for determining the maximum number of tabs that can be used in a webpage design?
- When should tabs be used?
Are tabs as a pattern good for mobile design?
Tab bars are a great alternative to a hamburger menu for mobile design, especially when you have a limited amount of high priority navigation options. They usually appear as a static bar at the bottom or top of the screen with either an icon or label for each tab.
What is the most compelling argument for determining the maximum number of tabs that can be used in a webpage design?
Perhaps the most compelling argument for using tabs is simply that they are so common in user interface design and, specifically, web design.
When should tabs be used?
Use tabs to alternate between views within the same context, not to navigate to different areas. This is the single most important point, because staying in place while alternating views is the reason we have tabs in the first place.
