Navigation & Inputs · Data Display
Status Indicator / Dot
also known as Status dot, Presence indicator, Dot badge
A status indicator is a minimal marker, usually a small colored dot, that communicates a state like online, away, busy, or error at a glance. Color carries the meaning, so it is often paired with text or a tooltip for accessibility. It is a lightweight, count-free form of badge.
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Don't confuse it with
A status dot is a tiny, count-free indicator conveying state by color; a badge often carries a number or label. A pill is a larger rounded shape, whereas the status dot is the most minimal signal.
In the wild
The green dot on an avatar showing a user is online in Slack.