BMAD-METHOD/bmad-core/templates/front-end-spec-tmpl.md

{{Project Name}} UI/UX Specification

LLM: The default path and filename unless specified is docs/front-end-spec.md

LLM: Review provided documents including Project Brief, PRD, and any user research to gather context. Focus on understanding user needs, pain points, and desired outcomes before beginning the specification.

Introduction

LLM: Establish the document's purpose and scope. Keep the content below but ensure project name is properly substituted.

This document defines the user experience goals, information architecture, user flows, and visual design specifications for {{Project Name}}'s user interface. It serves as the foundation for visual design and frontend development, ensuring a cohesive and user-centered experience.

Overall UX Goals & Principles

[[LLM: Work with the user to establish and document the following. If not already defined, facilitate a discussion to determine:

1. Target User Personas - elicit details or confirm existing ones from PRD
2. Key Usability Goals - understand what success looks like for users
3. Core Design Principles - establish 3-5 guiding principles

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Target User Personas

{{persona_descriptions}}

@{example: personas}

• Power User: Technical professionals who need advanced features and efficiency
• Casual User: Occasional users who prioritize ease of use and clear guidance
• Administrator: System managers who need control and oversight capabilities @{/example}

Usability Goals

{{usability_goals}}

@{example: usability_goals}

• Ease of learning: New users can complete core tasks within 5 minutes
• Efficiency of use: Power users can complete frequent tasks with minimal clicks
• Error prevention: Clear validation and confirmation for destructive actions
• Memorability: Infrequent users can return without relearning @{/example}

Design Principles

{{design_principles}}

@{example: design_principles}

1. Clarity over cleverness - Prioritize clear communication over aesthetic innovation
2. Progressive disclosure - Show only what's needed, when it's needed
3. Consistent patterns - Use familiar UI patterns throughout the application
4. Immediate feedback - Every action should have a clear, immediate response
5. Accessible by default - Design for all users from the start @{/example}

Change Log

LLM: Track document versions and changes

Date	Version	Description	Author

Information Architecture (IA)

[[LLM: Collaborate with the user to create a comprehensive information architecture:

1. Build a Site Map or Screen Inventory showing all major areas
2. Define the Navigation Structure (primary, secondary, breadcrumbs)
3. Use Mermaid diagrams for visual representation
4. Consider user mental models and expected groupings

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Site Map / Screen Inventory

{{sitemap_diagram}}

@{example: sitemap}

graph TD
    A[Homepage] --> B[Dashboard]
    A --> C[Products]
    A --> D[Account]
    B --> B1[Analytics]
    B --> B2[Recent Activity]
    C --> C1[Browse]
    C --> C2[Search]
    C --> C3[Product Details]
    D --> D1[Profile]
    D --> D2[Settings]
    D --> D3[Billing]

@{/example}

Navigation Structure

Primary Navigation: {{primary_nav_description}}

Secondary Navigation: {{secondary_nav_description}}

Breadcrumb Strategy: {{breadcrumb_strategy}}

User Flows

[[LLM: For each critical user task identified in the PRD:

1. Define the user's goal clearly
2. Map out all steps including decision points
3. Consider edge cases and error states
4. Use Mermaid flow diagrams for clarity
5. Link to external tools (Figma/Miro) if detailed flows exist there

Create subsections for each major flow. After presenting all flows, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

<<REPEAT: user_flow>>

{{flow_name}}

User Goal: {{flow_goal}}

Entry Points: {{entry_points}}

Success Criteria: {{success_criteria}}

Flow Diagram

{{flow_diagram}}

Edge Cases & Error Handling:

• {{edge_case_1}}
• {{edge_case_2}}

Notes: {{flow_notes}} <>

@{example: user_flow}

User Registration

User Goal: Create a new account to access the platform

Entry Points: Homepage CTA, Login page link, Marketing landing pages

Success Criteria: User successfully creates account and reaches dashboard

Flow Diagram

graph TD
    Start[Landing Page] --> Click[Click Sign Up]
    Click --> Form[Registration Form]
    Form --> Fill[Fill Required Fields]
    Fill --> Submit[Submit Form]
    Submit --> Validate{Valid?}
    Validate -->|No| Error[Show Errors]
    Error --> Form
    Validate -->|Yes| Verify[Email Verification]
    Verify --> Complete[Account Created]
    Complete --> Dashboard[Redirect to Dashboard]

Edge Cases & Error Handling:

• Duplicate email: Show inline error with password recovery option
• Weak password: Real-time feedback on password strength
• Network error: Preserve form data and show retry option @{/example}

Wireframes & Mockups

[[LLM: Clarify where detailed visual designs will be created (Figma, Sketch, etc.) and how to reference them. If low-fidelity wireframes are needed, offer to help conceptualize layouts for key screens.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Primary Design Files: {{design_tool_link}}

Key Screen Layouts

<<REPEAT: screen_layout>>

{{screen_name}}

Purpose: {{screen_purpose}}

Key Elements:

• {{element_1}}
• {{element_2}}
• {{element_3}}

Interaction Notes: {{interaction_notes}}

Design File Reference: {{specific_frame_link}} <>

Component Library / Design System

[[LLM: Discuss whether to use an existing design system or create a new one. If creating new, identify foundational components and their key states. Note that detailed technical specs belong in front-end-architecture.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Design System Approach: {{design_system_approach}}

Core Components

<<REPEAT: component>>

{{component_name}}

Purpose: {{component_purpose}}

Variants: {{component_variants}}

States: {{component_states}}

Usage Guidelines: {{usage_guidelines}} <>

@{example: component}

Button

Purpose: Primary interaction element for user actions

Variants: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Destructive

States: Default, Hover, Active, Disabled, Loading

Usage Guidelines:

• Use Primary for main CTAs (one per view)
• Secondary for supporting actions
• Destructive only for permanent deletions with confirmation @{/example}

Branding & Style Guide

[[LLM: Link to existing style guide or define key brand elements. Ensure consistency with company brand guidelines if they exist.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Visual Identity

Brand Guidelines: {{brand_guidelines_link}}

Color Palette

Color Type	Hex Code	Usage
Primary	{{primary_color}}	{{primary_usage}}
Secondary	{{secondary_color}}	{{secondary_usage}}
Accent	{{accent_color}}	{{accent_usage}}
Success	{{success_color}}	Positive feedback, confirmations
Warning	{{warning_color}}	Cautions, important notices
Error	{{error_color}}	Errors, destructive actions
Neutral	{{neutral_colors}}	Text, borders, backgrounds

Typography

Font Families:

• Primary: {{primary_font}}
• Secondary: {{secondary_font}}
• Monospace: {{mono_font}}

Type Scale:

Element	Size	Weight	Line Height
H1	{{h1_size}}	{{h1_weight}}	{{h1_line}}
H2	{{h2_size}}	{{h2_weight}}	{{h2_line}}
H3	{{h3_size}}	{{h3_weight}}	{{h3_line}}
Body	{{body_size}}	{{body_weight}}	{{body_line}}
Small	{{small_size}}	{{small_weight}}	{{small_line}}

Iconography

Icon Library: {{icon_library}}

Usage Guidelines: {{icon_guidelines}}

Spacing & Layout

Grid System: {{grid_system}}

Spacing Scale: {{spacing_scale}}

Accessibility Requirements

[[LLM: Define specific accessibility requirements based on target compliance level and user needs. Be comprehensive but practical.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Compliance Target

Standard: {{compliance_standard}}

Key Requirements

Visual:

• Color contrast ratios: {{contrast_requirements}}
• Focus indicators: {{focus_requirements}}
• Text sizing: {{text_requirements}}

Interaction:

• Keyboard navigation: {{keyboard_requirements}}
• Screen reader support: {{screen_reader_requirements}}
• Touch targets: {{touch_requirements}}

Content:

• Alternative text: {{alt_text_requirements}}
• Heading structure: {{heading_requirements}}
• Form labels: {{form_requirements}}

Testing Strategy

{{accessibility_testing}}

Responsiveness Strategy

[[LLM: Define breakpoints and adaptation strategies for different device sizes. Consider both technical constraints and user contexts.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Breakpoints

Breakpoint	Min Width	Max Width	Target Devices
Mobile	{{mobile_min}}	{{mobile_max}}	{{mobile_devices}}
Tablet	{{tablet_min}}	{{tablet_max}}	{{tablet_devices}}
Desktop	{{desktop_min}}	{{desktop_max}}	{{desktop_devices}}
Wide	{{wide_min}}	-	{{wide_devices}}

Adaptation Patterns

Layout Changes: {{layout_adaptations}}

Navigation Changes: {{nav_adaptations}}

Content Priority: {{content_adaptations}}

Interaction Changes: {{interaction_adaptations}}

Animation & Micro-interactions

[[LLM: Define motion design principles and key interactions. Keep performance and accessibility in mind.

After presenting this section, apply tasks#advanced-elicitation protocol]]

Motion Principles

{{motion_principles}}

Key Animations

<<REPEAT: animation>>

• {{animation_name}}: {{animation_description}} (Duration: {{duration}}, Easing: {{easing}}) <>

Performance Considerations

LLM: Define performance goals and strategies that impact UX design decisions.

Performance Goals

• Page Load: {{load_time_goal}}
• Interaction Response: {{interaction_goal}}
• Animation FPS: {{animation_goal}}

Design Strategies

{{performance_strategies}}

Next Steps

[[LLM: After completing the UI/UX specification:

1. Recommend review with stakeholders
2. Suggest creating/updating visual designs in design tool
3. Prepare for handoff to Design Architect for frontend architecture
4. Note any open questions or decisions needed]]

Immediate Actions

1. {{next_step_1}}
2. {{next_step_2}}
3. {{next_step_3}}

Design Handoff Checklist

• All user flows documented
• Component inventory complete
• Accessibility requirements defined
• Responsive strategy clear
• Brand guidelines incorporated
• Performance goals established

Checklist Results

LLM: If a UI/UX checklist exists, run it against this document and report results here.