Free text search – Indicate faster option

I have a free text box that provides the ability to search for other users.
You can type anything you like into the box (part of the name, email address, job title…etc) and it will provide a list of results.
However the search is fairl…
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Sequential Menu (Drill down) or Accordion

I have 3 levels in my information architecture for my desktop dashboard. In the vertical navigation which measures H:500px W:200px I have;
Top level: 8 items
Second level: 9 items in total (one of my top level item has 7 second levels)
T…
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If a user clicks an action link from w/in a modal and is then taken to a separate page, do they return to that open modal after completing the action?

I’m designing an internal tool that enables my coworkers to curate post-op care plans for orthopedic patients on our platform (basically sending educational content to users at specific intervals).
I’m running into a challenge with one of…
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Visualize file relations

I’m desiging an interface where file relations are a bit complicated and I could really use some help on how to visualize them.
Basically, it’s a programme where you can change different kinds of parameters of trains. The problem is that …
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What navigation label would you give these list items?

I read on here recently that a navigation label is a promise to the user that what they are about to click on is appropriately represented next. I love this. However, I am struggling to correctly label these following list items.
What la…
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Why not snackbar icons in Material?

I was reading through the Material Design guidelines and noticed this restriction on the snackbar usage: “Don’t place icons in snackbars.”
Why not? What would be the rationale for that?
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How Being Uncomfortable Can Make You a Better Web Designer

Embrace discomfort to enhance your web design skills! Learn how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to improved creativity.
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Countdown or start button before a fast interaction

I’m currently designing a small mobile application which requires fast clicking. Among other things, it measures how many times you can click in 30 seconds. I am not sure what put between a preparations screen and an interaction screen. I …
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Is It Worth the Money? Making Wise Investments in Your Design Business

We take a look at those web design business items that you might be tempted to purchase, whether they’re worth it or not.
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When and how present a warning message when fields are not valid anymore?

I am working on a web app in which admin users can create forms, and editor users use those to create content. Admin can edit a form previously created and add warning validation based on specific content (determined by Regex).
Warning me…