- Are tooltips mobile friendly?
- What can I use instead of tooltips?
- Why are tooltips problematic for screen magnification users?
- How do you hover on a touch screen?
Are tooltips mobile friendly?
Tooltips aren't just for web—they're one of the most popular and effective UI patterns for mobile apps, too.
What can I use instead of tooltips?
You can use modals, hotspots, and in-app messages to replace tooltips.
Why are tooltips problematic for screen magnification users?
Users have to move their mouse accurately over the hit area and hold it steady to avoid accidentally hiding it. Fourthly, it's not possible for screen magnifier users to move their field of view without hiding the tooltip. Finally, users can't select or interact with the content within the tooltip.
How do you hover on a touch screen?
A hover action is simulated by a long press (tap-and-hold).