#tech Created at 080323 # [Anonymous feedback](https://www.admonymous.co/louis030195) # [[Epistemic status]] #shower-thought Last modified date: 080323 Commit: 0 # Related # TODO > [!TODO] TODO # Progressive disclosure Progressive disclosure is a design technique used to present information incrementally, one step at a time, rather than overwhelming the user with too much information at once. The goal of progressive disclosure is to simplify the user experience, improve decision making, and reduce cognitive overload. By revealing information in a controlled manner, users can focus on the content relevant to their task, without being distracted or bogged down by unnecessary details. Progressive disclosure is commonly used in software applications, websites, and mobile apps to guide users through complex tasks and workflows. By providing users with a clear path to their desired outcome, progressive disclosure can enhance usability, increase user satisfaction, and ultimately drive business success.  An analogy to help understand progressive disclosure is like peeling an onion. Just as an onion has multiple layers, information can also be presented in layers. When we peel the onion, we only expose one layer at a time, making it easier to handle and use in our cooking. Similarly, progressive disclosure presents information to the user in layers, allowing them to focus on one piece of information at a time, without being overwhelmed with everything at once. This method makes it easier for the user to make informed decisions with the information presented to them, ultimately leading to a better experience for the user.