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Tabs

Use tabs to allow users to navigate easily between views within the same context.

Overview

Tabs are used to quickly navigate between views within the same context.

An example of tabs being used.

Live demo

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Tabs
type
Tab
Modifiers

Formatting

Tab label

Each tab label describes the content contained within it. Labels are concise and use no more than two words. Keep in mind that at mobile widths and during translation, the character length of a label will impact the experience. Do not use icons in tab labels.

Number of tabs

In most scenarios, you should use no more than six tabs. This maintains an uncluttered UI and reduces cognitive load for users. If more than six tabs are needed, consider other navigation patterns, such as a side-nav.

Order

Tab order should be consistent across an experience. Tabs with related content should be grouped adjacent to each other.

Variants

There are two variations of tabs, default and container. They are hierarchically the same and should never be nested within each other.

VariantPurpose
DefaultA standalone tab that can also be nested within components. It is commonly used with smaller content areas.
ContainerAn emphasized tab that is always paired with an attached background container. It is commonly used for larger content areas, like sub-pages. 
An example of container tabs on the left and default tabs on the right.

Left: container tab. Right: default tab .

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