Haptic feedback patterns

Haptic feedback adds a physical response to selection and input. When users interact with UI elements, tiny vibrations confirm their actions and make digital interactions feel more tactile.

iOS provides standard haptic patterns that users already know. Success actions are different from errors, and selection changes are different from alerts. Using these system patterns helps users understand what's happening without looking at the screen.

Each haptic pattern needs a clear purpose. Light taps work for selection changes, while longer vibrations suit important alerts. Apps should use haptics to enhance the experience, not distract from it.

Common haptic patterns include:

• Selection feedback. Brief tap when items are selected or changed
• Action feedback. Distinct buzz when actions complete or fail
• Alert feedback. Notable vibration for important notifications