Hovav

— PROJECT NAME

Loading States


— ROLE

UX & UI Design


— DATE

2025

I designed a system of loading assets with clear guidelines to ensure consistency and usability. These principles define when and how to use loaders, keeping interfaces polished, intuitive, and accessible while maintaining a seamless experience.


Loading states do more than fill wait times—they shape user perception, reduce frustration, and set expectations. A well-crafted loading experience provides context and reassures users that content is on the way.


I designed a system of loading assets with clear guidelines to ensure consistency and usability. These principles define when and how to use loaders, keeping interfaces polished, intuitive, and accessible while maintaining a seamless experience.

WHY?

The Purpose of Loading States

The goal of customizing loading behaviors based on content is to prepare users for what’s coming, even when we can’t predict the exact wait time. A well-designed loading state should provide context and set expectations.


• If elements like titles and tooltips are independent of backend calls, they should remain visible and accessible during loading.

• In content-heavy areas like tables, the table header should be displayed while rows show a skeleton loading state. This helps users understand the structure of the data they’re about to see.

WHEN?

When to Use Structured Loading States

Knowing when to implement structured loading states ensures a more fluid user experience. Use structured loaders when content layout can be partially displayed before the data loads.


• Apply skeleton loaders where appropriate to indicate data is on the way.

• Ensure call-to-action (CTA) buttons appear in a disabled state during loading.

HOW?

How to Implement Effective Loading States


Effective loading states should feel natural, responsive, and informative without disrupting user flow. Smooth animations and visual hierarchy help create an intuitive transition.


• Tab transitions should be smooth, using a linear move-in animation rather than an instant switch. Loading indicators should match the expected content format (e.g., skeleton loaders for lists, animated asset placeholders for charts).

• Maintain accessibility by ensuring visible elements (e.g., headers, tooltips) remain functional even during loading states.