Empty States

Empty states provide users with feedback on the reasons behind the empty state and what they can do to move out of the empty state.

Usage

When should I use the default animations?

There are three default animations available to communicate empty states. The scenario for each empty state and animation is shown below:

Empty dataset: There are no elements in the data set at a certain level

Empty search results: The filters or search results return zero results.

Empty state for success: The user has emptied the dataset for a good cause. For example, all the notifications have been addressed, resulting in a clean state.

Attributes

Inside a dataset display

These attributes are used for an animation:

1. Animation
2. Text: limited to one line (Required)
3. Message: limited, but we recommend to use a maximum of 30 words
   • Do not make messages personal, unless they are preferable for the context.
   • Do not leave one word alone on a line.
   • Do not use "your".
   • Do not use exclamation marks.
   • Use common language and not jargon.
4. Button: Primary or secondary button

The margin from the container to the top element is 80px.

Secondary Empty State

Is not always necessary to have an animation or image in the Empty State. For those cases, you can use a composition with the main text, message and a button for the actions.

1. Text: limited to one line (Required)
2. Message: This follows the same rules as an animation's message.
3. Button: A small primary or secondary button