Tooltip

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Overview

A tooltip is a floating text area that provides helpful or contextual information on hover, focus, or tap.

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Sample element

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When to use

  • When users need help making a decision
  • When you need to provide more information for icons or icon buttons without labels
  • When you need to define new or unfamiliar UI elements that are not described directly in the user interface
A black tooltip on top of a gray disabled button

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