Badge

Count/label indicator.

Also known as:
  • Pill
  • Badge count
  • Bullet Badge
  • Circle Badge
  • Chip
  • Compound Tag
  • Lozenge
  • Quantity
  • Counter badge
  • Counter label
  • Notification badge
  • Status Badge
  • Label Badge
  • Count Badge
  • Indicator Badge

Overview

Purpose

The Badge component count/label indicator.within our design system. It follows our compound layer principles, ensuring consistency and reusability across applications.

When to Use

  • Use when you need providing system feedback
  • Appropriate for feedback contexts
  • Follows compound component patterns

When Not to Use

  • Avoid when simpler alternatives exist
  • Don't use for permanent content
  • Consider alternatives for edge cases

Live Example

import React from 'react';
import Badge from './components/Badge';
import props from '/props.json';

export default function App() {
  return (
    <div style={{ padding: '2rem', display: 'flex', alignItems: 'center', justifyContent: 'center', minHeight: '100vh' }}>
      <Badge
        variant={props.variant || 'default'}
        size={props.size || 'medium'}
        count={props.count}
        max={props.max}
        dot={props.dot}
      >
        {props.children || 'Badge'}
      </Badge>
    </div>
  );
}
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Anatomy

Understanding the structure of the Badge component helps ensure proper implementation and customization.

Component anatomy diagram will be generated based on the actual component structure.

Variants & States

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API Reference

Props

Props documentation will be auto-generated from the component implementation.

Methods

Method documentation will be extracted from the component interface.

Accessibility

Standards Compliance

This component follows WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and includes proper ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support.

Common Pitfalls

  • Too small for accessibility
  • color-only distinction.

Accessibility Checklist

  • ✓ Keyboard navigation support
  • ✓ Screen reader compatibility
  • ✓ Color contrast compliance
  • ✓ Focus management
  • ✓ ARIA attributes
  • ✓ Reduced motion support

Usage Guidelines

✓ Do

  • Use consistent spacing and sizing
  • Follow established patterns
  • Provide clear labels and descriptions
  • Test with assistive technologies

✗ Don't

  • Override core functionality
  • Use without proper context
  • Ignore accessibility requirements
  • Modify without design system approval

Examples

Basic Usage

import React from 'react';
import Badge from './components/Badge';
import props from '/props.json';

export default function App() {
  return (
    <div style={{ padding: '2rem', display: 'flex', alignItems: 'center', justifyContent: 'center', minHeight: '100vh' }}>
      <Badge
        variant={props.variant || 'default'}
        size={props.size || 'medium'}
        count={props.count}
        max={props.max}
        dot={props.dot}
      >
        {props.children || 'Badge'}
      </Badge>
    </div>
  );
}
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Advanced Usage

import React from 'react';
import Badge from './components/Badge';
import props from '/props.json';

export default function App() {
  return (
    <div style={{ padding: '2rem', display: 'flex', alignItems: 'center', justifyContent: 'center', minHeight: '100vh' }}>
      <Badge
        variant={props.variant || 'default'}
        size={props.size || 'medium'}
        count={props.count}
        max={props.max}
        dot={props.dot}
      >
        {props.children || 'Badge'}
      </Badge>
    </div>
  );
}
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