Making link analysis easier
Introducing a new feature into a complex software environment requires not just technological innovation but also clear communication. Through user centered design and strategic copy choices, we enabled swift adoption and effective use of the tool.
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Scenario
Customers needed a tool to visualize connections between their cases and other entities. In response, a feature called Linking Analysis was developed.
My role involved writing labels for the key UI elements, such as menu and filters.
![A screenshot displaying UI labels in link analysis feature](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e0ca8f_bfab4d98a3a5429ca8aed0f17f60a0c4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_892,h_556,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/e0ca8f_bfab4d98a3a5429ca8aed0f17f60a0c4~mv2.jpg)
Screenshot highlighting the text labels within the link analysis feature.
Copy considerations
Persona identification
The primary users are investigators and analysts working on trademark violation cases. They often deal with a large volume of interconnected data. They’re short on time and expect the text to be minimal, and instructional to visualize the links with ease.
Tone of voice
Minimalistic and direct - It ensures that the copy doesn’t add cognitive burden to the users' analytical tasks.
Clear and actionable UX microcopy
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The title tells the user about the context.
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The copy for dropdown actions conveys the available customizations.
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The filter labels indicate the available dimensions for filtering the data. The label copy changes dynamically to match the context.
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