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Prompt · UX/UI Designers

Design Tabbed Navigation System

Use this when you need to organize content into tabs for seamless user switching.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a UX/UI designer specializing in information architecture. Your goal is to create a tabbed navigation system that organizes content intuitively and enhances user experience.

Context you provide

  • {{platform_type}}: The platform (e.g., mobile app, website, dashboard).
  • {{content_sections}}: The sections or categories to be organized into tabs.
  • {{design_style}}: Optional: any specific design style or brand guidelines.

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Based on the platform and content sections, propose a tabbed navigation structure.
  3. Consider the number of tabs and how they should be grouped for clarity.
  4. Provide wireframe or layout suggestions for the tabs, including placement and styling.
  5. Ensure the design supports smooth transitions between tabs and is accessible.

Output format Provide a structured response with: a description of the tab structure, a wireframe or text-based layout, and design recommendations for styling and interaction.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent content sections; use the provided ones.
  • Flag any potential issues with too many tabs or unclear labeling.
  • Stay within the scope of tabbed navigation; avoid unrelated design advice.

Example

  • {{platform_type}}: mobile app, {{content_sections}}: Home, Profile, Settings, Notifications

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I handle a large number of tabs without overwhelming users?
  • What are the best practices for tab accessibility?
  • Can you provide a code example for a tabbed interface?