We need your first name – it’s nicer that way.

Why
Write a simple and human message and for each required field, you can provide unique wording.

Your order details

Why
Prefer to write in active voice and make sure to properly connect all the parts of your sentence.

Uh oh – this email address looks wrong.

Why
Show this error as soon as the user has left the “Email” field

Help is on the way! Check your email for instructions to reset your password.

Where
TeuxDeux

Log in to your account only. Never log in to your friend’s account.

Why
Stick with the same terminology to describe actions and objects across the entire user experience. Using two term interchangeably-even when they mean the same thing—can confuse users.

You are you, Yay! Thanks for helping us keep your account secure.

Why
Success message upon completion of the security check is very short, but also surprising, funny, conveys a true sense of cooperation. Also, it tells the users how they benefited: by having a secured account.

Can’t rename “Photos” because a file with that name already exists. Please choose a different name.

Why
It explains: what the error is a rename error. why it happened because another file with that name exists. how the user can overcome it, by specifying a different name. The issue doesn’t turn into an insurmountable obstacle.

e.g., We are a small organic shop located in Sparta focused on a young cool audience

Why
Provides the type of required information: size, industry, location, and target audience.

See how [company name] can help me

Why
Create a button that delivers important information, and no one said that buttons need to be short.

Example : Be able to read sheet music and be familiar with music theory terms. A piano is optional

Why
Help instructors describe their course in a very practical way.

Inspire the World, Create the Future.

Where?
Samsung

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