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Allow undoing recent actions

Allow undoing recent actions Bad Practice
Allow undoing recent actions Best Practice

The “Undo” option in user interfaces allows users to easily reverse actions and acts as a safety net, reducing the stress and consequences of errors. For example, consider users hastily sending an email before it's fully ready. If they realize a mistake right after hitting send — perhaps forgetting an attachment or needing to correct information — an “Undo” option available for a brief period allows them to retract the email. This capability saves them from potential embarrassment or miscommunication and is a feature appreciated by many users of popular email platforms.

By incorporating this feature, you acknowledge that users are human and prone to errors, particularly when multitasking or working under pressure.

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