The Hidden UX of Loading States
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The Hidden UX of Loading States

September 9, 2024
5 min read
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In this article

  • Optimistic UI builds trust with the user.
  • Skeleton screens reduce cognitive load.
  • Always handle the error state if the optimistic update fails.

Perceived performance is often more important than actual performance. If a user clicks 'Like' and waits 500ms for a server response, the app feels sluggish. If the button turns red instantly (Optimistic UI) and syncs in the background, the app feels instant. This post dives into the implementation details of optimistic updates in React Query and the psychological impact of Skeleton screens versus generic spinning loaders.

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