Overview
Badges notify the user of a status, for example that there are new or unread messages or notifications. They typically describe or relate to another element on the page. Badges scale so that their height matches the font-size of their immediate parent element by using relative font sizing and em units.
Usage
Use when
- In proximity to notifications or user avatars with eye-catching appeal (e.g. displaying unread messages count).
- Use for displaying quick, easily digestible bits of information.
Don’t use when
Types
There are three types of badges: default, text, and counter badges. They are available in three sizes: small, default, and large.
Default Badges
Used when more emphasis is needed. Default badges can look like Buttons. Avoid using button colors to make sure the user can tell the difference.
Text Badges
Used to display a more subtle label. Text badges can look like text Buttons. Avoid using text button colors to make sure the user can tell the difference. Do not use a text badge for warning (yellow): it does not meet the required contrast ratios for accessibility.
Counter Badges
Used to display up to 3 characters (usually a number in a counter). Counter badges can look like Chips, when too many characters are used. Use a maximum of 3 characters or numbers.
Badges in other elements
Badges can be inserted into other elements.
- List with Badge 14
- List with Text Badge 14
Date | Version | Notes | Contributors |
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11/23/2020 | 1.0.0 | Warning badge text color changed to be accessible. Warning text badge removed. | E. Bohn, L. Kause, N. Springer |