onboard

Design onboarding flows, empty states, and guided tours for web and mobile products.

Updated Jan 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/phismith91/notenschluss --skill onboard-phismith91
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: onboard
Source: https://github.com/phismith91/notenschluss/tree/main/.agents/skills/onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/phismith91/notenschluss --skill onboard-phismith91

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Onboarding experiences are often confusing and slow to deliver value; this Skill guides teams to design and improve onboarding flows, empty states, and first-time user experiences to help users understand value quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define and optimize empty states to reduce drop-off and clarify next steps.
  • Design guided tours, contextual tips, and progressive onboarding that leads to quick "aha moments."
  • Align onboarding with overall product goals by gathering user context and validating success metrics.

Quick Start

Draft an end-to-end onboarding sequence for a new product feature that gets users to value within the first session.

Frequently Asked Questions about onboard

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I design onboarding experiences that accelerate user value?

Design onboarding experiences by applying structured UX patterns like empty states, guided tours, and contextual tooltips to lead users to quick aha moments. This approach reduces first-use confusion and accelerates user value delivery across web and mobile products.

What are the best UX patterns for first-time user onboarding?

The best UX patterns for first-time user onboarding include progressive onboarding, contextual tips, guided tours, and optimized empty states. These patterns clarify next steps and validate success metrics to help users understand product value quickly.

How do I reduce user drop-off with effective empty state design?

Reduce user drop-off with effective empty state design by defining clear next steps and contextual guidance within the interface. Optimized empty states clarify user actions and validate success metrics to prevent abandonment during initial product use.

Can I use guided tours and tooltips for mobile product onboarding?

Yes, you can use guided tours and tooltips for mobile product onboarding. This Skill applies structured onboarding design patterns to both web and mobile products, ensuring quick adoption and contextual guidance for first-time users across platforms.

What is progressive onboarding and when do I need it for feature adoption?

Progressive onboarding is a structured UX pattern that reveals contextual guidance and tooltips gradually as users interact with a product. You need it for feature adoption when you want to lead users to quick aha moments without overwhelming them during the first session.

How do I align onboarding flows with overall product goals and success metrics?

Align onboarding flows with product goals by gathering user context during the design process and validating success metrics throughout the experience. This ensures that first-use tutorials and guided tours directly support overall product objectives and accelerate user value.