Show What Matters Now, Reveal Complexity Later
Don't overwhelm users with everything at once. Reveal complexity incrementally as needed.
Incorrect (all controls visible):
function Editor() {
return (
<div>
<BasicTools />
<AdvancedTools />
<ExpertTools />
<DebugTools />
</div>
);
}Correct (progressive disclosure):
function Editor() {
const [showAdvanced, setShowAdvanced] = useState(false);
return (
<div>
<BasicTools />
{showAdvanced && <AdvancedTools />}
<button onClick={() => setShowAdvanced(!showAdvanced)}>
Toggle
</button>
</div>
);
}