Subtle yet Obvious Labeling

When to Use it, and when to Avoid it

Subtle yet obvious labeling is a delicate art, much like the difference between a subtle hint and an obvious hint.

In a world where subtlety is a superpower, this technique is the ultimate ninja weapon in your design arsenal.

Subtle yet Obvious Labeling Use Case 1: The Mysterious X

Imagine a button that says "Click me, but don't click me too hard, or it might break"

• Use a gentle yet firm tone
• Make it look like a warning label, but not so much
• Don't make it look like a warning label, or it'll be a warning label