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Use recommended UI action labels

Use recommended UI action labels¶

It is important to use consistent labels across an action.

Common action labels¶

Action label

Typical Usage

Create

Creates a new object.

Delete

Destroys an existing object. Label can include the object being deleted, such as Delete Image.

Download

Transfers a file to a user’s local system.

Edit

Allows data or values to be modified. Edit does not imply the object is automatically updated. In most cases, you still must update in order for the change to occur.

Filter

Changes view to only include objects that match the filter criteria.

Import

Includes objects from an external source.

Manage

Modifies existing object settings or options.

Save

Saves data entered when you create an object.

Update

Automatically changes the data of an existing object.

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