Materialize FeatureDiscovery

The Materialize FeatureDiscovery is a UI component that creates a guided tour of different features or elements on a web page. It is often used to introduce new users to a website or to highlight updated features.

Syntax

To create a FeatureDiscovery in Materialize, you need to define a trigger element and a series of steps using JavaScript. The trigger element is the DOM element that, when clicked, will initiate the FeatureDiscovery. Each step consists of a title, a description, and a target element on the page.

Here is an example of the syntax:

document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {
  var elems = document.querySelectorAll('.tap-target');
  var options = {
    onOpen: function() { /* Do something on open */ },
    onClose: function() { /* Do something on close */ }
  };
  var instances = M.TapTarget.init(elems, options);
});

Use

The FeatureDiscovery can be used to highlight any element on a web page, such as a button, a form input, or a navigation menu item. It can be particularly useful for introducing new users to a website, or for highlighting new features that have been added. By providing a guided tour of the page, the FeatureDiscovery can help users understand the layout and functionality of a website.

Importance

The Materialize FeatureDiscovery component allows web developers to create an interactive guided tour of a website or application. It can help users understand how to navigate and use the website's features more effectively. By providing a clear and interactive introduction to a website, the FeatureDiscovery can help increase user engagement and satisfaction.

Example

Here is an example of how the FeatureDiscovery can be implemented on a button element:

<a class="btn-large red" id="discover-btn" data-target="feature-discovery">
  New Feature
</a>

<div class="tap-target" id="feature-discovery" data-target="discover-btn">
  <div class="tap-target-content">
    <h5>Discover New Feature</h5>
    <p>Click this button to explore the new feature.</p>
  </div>
</div>

<script>
  var elems = document.querySelectorAll('.tap-target');
  var options = {
    onOpen: function() { /* Do something on open */ },
    onClose: function() { /* Do something on close */ }
  };
  var instances = M.TapTarget.init(elems, options);
</script>

In this example, clicking on the "New Feature" button will open a FeatureDiscovery that highlights the button and provides a description of the new feature.

Summary

The Materialize FeatureDiscovery is a UI component that allows web developers to create an interactive guided tour of a website or application. By providing a clear and interactive introduction to a website, the FeatureDiscovery can help increase user engagement and satisfaction. It can be useful for introducing new users to a website, or highlighting new features that have been added.