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1. What can I use instead of icons?
2. What is a universal icon?
3. What are the different kinds of icons?
4. What is the information icon used for?

What can I use instead of icons?

In the battle of clarity between icons and labels, labels always win. — Labels always win. “When in doubt, always remember this: the best icon is a text label.”

What is a universal icon?

Universal icons

These icons are easily recognisable and are arguably universally clear on their function. Examples of these would be the magnifying glass for search, the printer icon for printing, the home icon to navigate to the homepage and the envelope for mail.

What are the different kinds of icons?

There are three types of icons: “universal,” “conflicting” and unique icons. Let's focus on each type and its impact on the user experience.

What is the information icon used for?

The information icon (i)

Best for providing users with an extra bit of insight or knowledge. Information that is not critical, but still really good to know.