Error & Empty States
Helpful error messages, empty state copy and recovery guidance.
3 Prompts
PROMPT 01
Error Message Rewrites
Rewrite these technical error messages to be helpful, human, and actionable: [list current error messages]. For each rewrite: (1) explain what went wrong in plain language, (2) tell the user what they can do about it, (3) avoid blame language, (4) suggest next steps or a contact option if needed. Format: Before / After table.
Error Messages
UX Writing
PROMPT 02
Empty State Copy
Write empty state copy for these [product] screens: [list screens with empty states — e.g., inbox, dashboard, search results, connection list]. For each empty state: the headline (acknowledge the state), a 1-sentence explanation, a motivating call to action (first action to take), and optionally a friendly visual direction suggestion. Match tone: [product tone].
Empty States
Onboarding
PROMPT 03
404 and Maintenance Page Copy
Write copy for a 404 error page and a maintenance/downtime page for [product/brand]. 404 page: acknowledge the dead end with brand personality, offer 3 helpful paths forward, keep it friendly. Maintenance page: tell users what's happening, why it matters (briefly), when they can expect service back (if known), and how to get updates. Both in [brand tone: describe].
404
Error Pages
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