Device (Tabs)
Desktop
System (OS)
Web
Language (i18n)
English
Description
This pattern uses a notification badge on the top bar to alert users to new rewards, which can be viewed in a dropdown menu for easy access and appreciation.
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Pattern ID
83
UX Flows
Awareness
Appreciation
UI Components
Notification Badge
Dropdown Menu
Navbar
Version
2.1.19
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First usage
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Signed in
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Why is this a good pattern?
â–² Contextual banners do not interrupt user focus on content.
â–² Users are able to dismiss banners without reloading or affecting current content.
â–² Once logged on first-time user get rewarded for using other networks.