Call to Action Showcase

Description

A showcase of call-to-action buttons on a website or webpage serves the purpose of prompting users to take specific actions, making these actions easily accessible and visually enticing, ultimately driving user engagement.

On-page Example

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Call to action showcase example

Component Specifications

Item/Field	Description	Required/Optional
Title	Field type: Single line text field Text: H2 Character Recommendation: 25 Wrapping: Single line
Description	Field type: Multi line text Text: Paragraph Character Recommendation: 90 Wrapping: Single line
CTA Showcase Buttons	Field Type: Button field Hover: Orange dotted line will go away and words will update in gray button Number: Up to 3, fewer will center
Button - Destination	Field Type: URL Includes option to open in a new tab
CTA Link Title	Character Recommendation: 20 Wrapping: Single line
CTA Link Subtext	Character Recommendation: 95 Wrapping: Wrap to two lines Shows on hover
Mobile Response	Buttons will be stacked below text and image	NA
Page Placement	Will display at the bottom of the page above the footer	NA
Accessibility	Buttons are included in tab through, and active state will duplicate the hover state. Tab through will advance through the buttons from left to right.	NA

When to Use

The right time to use a call-to-action button showcase is when you want to guide users toward specific actions or goals, such as encouraging them to engage with content, as it helps drive user interaction and conversions, making it particularly effective in marketing and user engagement strategies.

When to Consider Something Else

The complexity of desired user actions should guide the decision to use a call-to-action button showcase, as straightforward actions may be better served by simpler elements like text links, while complex processes benefit from dedicated forms or interactive tools for clarity and ease of use.

How to Use

Refer to Wordpress documentation for full guidelines of usage in Wordpress.

Accessibility Tips

To ensure accessibility in call-to-action button showcases, use clear and descriptive text, ensure sufficient color contrast, enable keyboard navigation, provide informative tooltips, and test with assistive technologies, ensuring usability for all users, including those with disabilities.

Resources

https://uxplanet.org/call-for-attention-ui-design-tips-on-cta-buttons-5239413aded2

https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/10/call-to-action-buttons-examples-and-best-practices/c