UX design·Updated January 3, 2026

User Flow Mapping

Create detailed user flow diagrams with decision points, interactions, and edge cases.

Use Case

Mapping user flows for features, documenting user journeys, or planning interaction patterns.

Prompt

Create a comprehensive user flow for [task/feature]. Include:

1. Flow Overview
   - Primary user goal
   - Entry points
   - Success criteria
   - Key personas

2. Step-by-Step Flow
   - Each step in the user journey
   - User actions at each step
   - System responses
   - Decision points and branches
   - Error states and recovery paths

3. Interaction Details
   - UI elements involved
   - Required inputs
   - Validation points
   - Feedback mechanisms

4. Edge Cases
   - Alternative paths
   - Error scenarios
   - Empty states
   - Offline/error handling

5. Visual Flow Diagram
   - Flowchart notation
   - Decision diamonds
   - Process rectangles
   - Start/end points

Format as a detailed user flow document with visual representation.

How to use

1Replace [page/screen name] with your specific screen (e.g., "User Dashboard", "Checkout Process", "Onboarding Flow")
2Add context about the feature: Before the prompt, describe the user goal and key interactions. Example: "This is a checkout flow. Users need to: add items, enter shipping info, select payment, confirm order."
3If you have reference flows: Upload screenshots of similar user flows or competitor flows. Say "Create a flow similar to Stripe's checkout but for our product"
4Paste the modified prompt into your preferred AI tool, like ChatGPT or Claude
5Review the generated wireframe: The AI will create a detailed layout structure with annotations
6Ask for variations: Request "mobile layout version" or "alternative layout for smaller screens"
7Export or refine: Use the wireframe as a blueprint for Figma designs or ask for more detailed specifications

Pro Tips

• Include examples of layouts you like: "Make the wireframe similar to Linear's dashboard layout - clean sidebar navigation"
• Specify platform: Mention "mobile-first layout" or "desktop dashboard layout" for better results
• Request visual diagrams: Ask "Create a flowchart diagram of the user flow" for presentation purposes
• Ask for responsive breakpoints: "Show how this adapts for mobile, tablet, and desktop"
• Use wireframes as input for other prompts: The layout can be converted to code or Figma designs

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