Device (Tabs)
Desktop
System (OS)
Web
Language (i18n)
English
Pattern ID
83
UX Flows
Awareness
Appreciation
UI Components
Notification Badge
Dropdown Menu
Navbar
Version
StackExchange
First usage
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Signed in
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Why is this a good pattern?
▲ Contextual banners do not interrupt user focus on content.
▲ Users are able to dismiss banners without reloading or affecting current content.
▲ Once logged on first-time user get rewarded for using other networks.