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How to Design a Magical Form Wizard

Eric Chung
UX Planet
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7 min readFeb 17, 2023

A photo of Hagrid from Harry Potter saying “You’re a wizard”.

Have you ever come across a website or app that made completing a complex task seem like a breeze? Well, that’s thanks to a handy tool in the digital world called a wizard!

Wizards are designed to simplify complicated processes and make them more user-friendly by guiding you through each step. Whether it’s signing up for a new service or completing a multi-step task, wizards are there to help you every step of the way. The best part? They’re not just effective, but they can also be engaging and fun to use!

A wireframe flow of a three-step wizard, showing the numbers in a stepper at the top of each screen.
(Source: Voa Labs)

So, let’s dive into the world of wizards and explore what makes them so effective. In this article, we’ll walk you through the essential steps and best practices when designing a wizard. We’ll also discuss alternative options you can consider when a wizard isn’t the best fit. By the end, you’ll have all the tools you need to create a magical wizard.

Designing a wizard

Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of designing a wizard. Here are the essential steps you’ll need to take:

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