Brief pointer-and-label overlays that appear the first time you use a feature, highlighting buttons and explaining what they do.
Synonyms
- coachmarks
- onboarding tips
- feature callouts
Related terms
- onboarding
- tooltip
- product tour
- progressive disclosure
In plain words
- the little tips pointing at buttons when you first open an app
- the intro overlay that shows you around
Usage example
On first launch, coach marks pointed out the new record button.
Don't confuse with…
- tooltipA tooltip appears on demand when you hover or focus an item; coach marks appear proactively to introduce features to new users.
Categories
- Interaction patterns