Interactive onboarding

Insights

• Progressive Disclosure is the art of exposing features step by step. Apple's interactive Scribble demo shows just one action at a time, so users aren't overwhelmed and can focus on learning each step.

• Cognitive Load is the mental effort needed to complete a task. By letting users try shortcuts hands-on, Apple lowers the load, making it easier to remember and use Scribble features later.

• Craft uses interactive onboarding, letting users drag and drop in a demo. Both Apple and Craft help users learn by doing, which builds confidence and makes new features feel less confusing.

• Explain Everything uses an interactive whiteboard for onboarding. Both examples turn setup into a playful, hands-on experience so users understand tools by using them, not just reading instructions.

• Gamification in onboarding, like Ahead's mini games, makes learning new features fun and memorable. Apple's Scribble demo feels like a mini game, which can boost interest and help users practice skills.