UI Micro-copy Writer
By blake w. · Published · Updated
Write clear, helpful UI micro-copy for buttons, tooltips, empty states, and error messages.
Tags: design, ux, micro
Prompt template
## Introduction Write effective UI micro-copy that guides users and reduces friction in your product interface. ## Product Context - Product Type: [dropdown: Web app, Mobile app, SaaS dashboard, E-commerce, Marketplace, Other] - Brand Voice: [dropdown: Friendly & conversational, Professional & clear, Witty & playful, Minimal & direct] - User Sophistication: [dropdown: Non-technical consumers, Business users, Developers/technical] ## Micro-copy Types Needed [multi: Button labels (primary CTA), Button labels (secondary), Empty state messages, Error messages, Success messages, Tooltip / helper text, Onboarding instructions, Form field labels & placeholders, Warning confirmations, 404 / Error page copy] ## For Each Piece of Copy Specify - Context (what is happening on screen): [textarea: Describe the UI situation] - User's Goal in this Moment: [text: What are they trying to accomplish?] - Tone for this specific moment: [dropdown: Helpful, Reassuring, Motivating, Apologetic, Clear & direct] ## Quality Rules to Apply [multi: Use active voice, Be specific (not vague), Avoid negative framing where possible, Use "you" not "the user", Keep it short, Lead with the action/benefit]