What a screen shows when there is nothing to display yet, such as an empty inbox or a new list, usually with a friendly message and a suggested next step.
Synonyms
- blank state
- zero state
Related terms
- placeholder
- onboarding
- error state
- first-run experience
In plain words
- the 'nothing here yet' screen
- what you see before you've added anything
Usage example
The empty state invited new users to 'Create your first project' with a big button.
Don't confuse with…
- error stateAn empty state means there's simply no content yet; an error state means something went wrong.
Categories
- Feedback & status