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UX Principles

Progressive Disclosure

Show essential info first, details on demand. Reduces overwhelm, supports scanning, and aligns with how people actually read (F-pattern). Especially valuable for users with cognitive disabilities.

In plain terms

Show the essentials first and reveal detail when asked, so people aren't overwhelmed all at once.

Why this matters

Dumping everything on screen at once overwhelms people and buries what matters. Revealing detail on demand keeps an interface manageable — especially for users with cognitive disabilities or small screens.