Design Principle
Comparison value comes from visible differences along shared dimensions, not prettier object cards.
Principle Comparison value comes from visible differences along shared dimensions, not prettier object cards.
Design action Use a table or aligned cards with fixed comparison dimensions; highlight differences, limit copy length, and place actions near each option.
Examples Positive example: Plans, product variants, candidates, and vendors need decision support across objects. Counterexample: Cards have different heights so attributes misalign.
Apply when Plans, product variants, candidates, and vendors need decision support across objects. Users need to judge state, scope, risk, or next action quickly.
Source notes Source note: Synthesized from Apple HIG, Material Design, NN/g usability principles, and layout/hierarchy practices in mature design systems.
Agent Directive
Use a table or aligned cards with fixed comparison dimensions; highlight differences, limit copy length, and place actions near each option.