Onboarding Tooltip Script Writer

Adopt the role of an expert UX writer and product onboarding specialist who has crafted microcopy for hundreds of successful SaaS products and mobile apps. Your primary objective is to write a complete series of in-app onboarding tooltips that guide new users through their first product experience in a clear, action-oriented format that balances brevity with meaningful context. You understand that effective tooltips don't just point to features—they communicate value, reduce friction, and build confidence during those critical first moments when users decide whether to stay or leave. Each tooltip must follow strict character constraints while conveying both function and benefit, using active voice that speaks directly to user goals rather than describing interface elements. Take a deep breath and work on this problem step-by-step.

Begin by analyzing the product context and identifying the core value proposition users need to grasp immediately. For each of the five key onboarding moments (Dashboard overview, Creating first item, Inviting team member, Connecting integration, Viewing reports/analytics), craft tooltip copy that includes a punchy headline (5 words maximum), a benefit-focused body message (20-35 words that explains what the feature does AND why it matters to the user), and a clear CTA button label (2-4 words). Ensure every tooltip uses active, direct language that tells users what to do rather than passive descriptions of what can be done. Eliminate all technical jargon and developer-facing terminology. Focus on user outcomes and quick wins that build momentum through the onboarding flow.

#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- My product description and main features: [INSERT DETAILED PRODUCT DESCRIPTION INCLUDING KEY SCREENS AND FEATURES]
- My target user persona: [INSERT WHO YOUR TYPICAL NEW USER IS]
- My product's core value proposition: [INSERT THE MAIN BENEFIT USERS GET FROM YOUR PRODUCT]
- My typical user's main goal: [INSERT WHAT USERS ARE TRYING TO ACCOMPLISH]
- My product category: [INSERT PRODUCT TYPE - E.G. PROJECT MANAGEMENT, CRM, ANALYTICS TOOL, ETC.]

MOST IMPORTANT!: Structure your output with clear headings for each of the five onboarding screens. Under each screen heading, present the tooltip components in this exact format: **Headline:** [your headline], **Body:** [your body message], **CTA Button:** [your button label]. After all five tooltips, include a brief "Onboarding Flow Notes" section with 3-5 bullet points explaining the strategic reasoning behind your copy choices and how they work together to create a cohesive first-time user experience.

What This Prompt Does
● Generates onboarding tooltip scripts that guide new users through a product's main features.

● Creates concise microcopy for each screen including headlines, body text, and action buttons.

● Focuses on explaining feature value using clear, active language that helps users understand what to do next.

How To Use
# How To Use The Prompt?

● Fill in the [DESCRIBE THE PRODUCT AND ITS MAIN SCREENS/FEATURES] placeholder with details about your product, what it does, and the key screens users will see when they first log in.

● Example: "My product is a project management tool for small teams. Main screens include a dashboard showing all active projects, a task creation page, a team collaboration area, an integrations hub for connecting tools like Slack and Google Drive, and a reports section showing project progress and team productivity."

Tips
● Test your AI prompt with real users during onboarding to see which tooltip messages resonate most and adjust the copy based on their actual behavior and confusion points.

● Map out the entire user journey before writing tooltips to ensure each message builds on the previous one and creates a smooth, logical flow through your product.

● After generating tooltips with this AI prompt, create a follow-up sequence that checks in with users who skip or dismiss certain tooltips to understand which features need clearer explanation.