Disabling buttons can cause more problems for users than benefits.

Missing feedback

When you click a disabled button, nothing happens. The button doesn’t explain what’s wrong or help you fix the problem. It provides no helpful feedback. If the user thinks their answers are correct, not providing feedback can make the UI feel broken.

Missing focus

Disab

Hide one-time settings and options. • Hide precision controls, but let expert users choose to keep them revealed. • Don’t force or expect mainstreamers to customize, but offer this option for experts. • Hide elegantly; that is, hide completely and reveal just in time.