TLDR Design · MISCELLANEOUS

WHY I DON'T USE INTERRUPTION PAGES

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Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

A UX reviewer argues against using interruption pages, a GOV.UK Design System pattern meant to pause users with warnings mid-journey. Interruption pages offer multiple actions, use unconventional button labels, and look like dismissible banners rather than part of the form flow. A standard question with radio buttons is recommended instead, since it forces conscious decisions without needing a visually distinct screen.