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button label

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The word or short phrase on a button. Clear button labels name the action they perform — like 'save changes' — instead of vague words like 'OK'.

Synonyms

  • button copy
  • button text

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In plain words

  • the words written on a button

Usage example

We renamed the button label from 'submit' to 'send message' to make it clearer.

Don't confuse with…

  • call to actionA call to action is the persuasive prompt to act; the button label is the specific text shown on the button.

Categories

  • Content & UX writing

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