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Where
The North Face
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.
What do you want to learn?
Why
The placeholder motivates users to find their personal answers and dive into the site.
You haven’t ordered a delivery yet, but our seasonal fruits will have you drooling.
Why
Both the users’ experience and their willingness to buy something will be dramatically enhanced.
What’s happening?
Why
The question that you decide to put as a placeholder on your site, dictates the style of the answer you’ll receive.
We didn’t drink our coffee this morning and our links got confused. The page you wanted isn’t here. We’re really sorry. Until we take care of it, here are some other pages that might interest you:
Why
Explain the problem beautifully, using simple words, take full responsibility for the problem, and at the end offer a few links as the way out.
To access this file, adjust your user settings.
Why
Focus on what the user needs to do in order to complete the task or reach their goal.
Get a clear view of the day ahead. All your tasks are due today will show up here.
Why
If you still haven’t posted a task for today, not only tells you that once you do you’ll see it here but also why it’s worthwhile to list your tasks. It gives you a clear view of the day ahead.
You and your ideas are welcome here. When you join TED, you can leave comments, save talks to watch later, track TED-Ed lessons and generally be in good company
Where
ted
City, airport, hotel name
Why
Defining categories helps reduce the choice range, enabling users to focus on the possibilities, and guiding them on the best way to use the field.
Such as “Thank you for your business”
Why
You can use it to remind that a business note can also be personal.
Your shopping cart is empty. Add something awesome! Check out today’s deals, new designs, or fun stuff
Why
Make it clear that the shopping cart is empty, and you can refer users to the three most interesting pages in the shop.
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