Generate a clear and structured UX decision tree

UX decision trees are essential for designing smooth, interactive, and intuitive user journeys. They help anticipate possible actions, simplify navigation, and limit friction. This prompt helps you model these journeys in textual form, before integrating them into your mockups or interface.

When to use this prompt

During UX design or ideation phase

Before creating a multiple-choice interface

To document complex business logic

To collaborate effectively with developers, PMs, or UI designers

What this prompt helps you achieve

A readable and hierarchical decision tree

Clear conditional branches (yes/no, multiple choice…)

A reusable structure for wireframing or technical specs

Time savings in UX writing and information structuring

Tips and mistakes to avoid

✓Do's

•Don't create trees that are too deep without clear logic
•Keep each step actionable and simple to understand
•Think accessibility and mobile from the initial structure
•Prioritize the most frequent use cases in the tree

✗Don'ts

•Avoid overly complex structures without clear hierarchy
•Don't neglect error cases and back navigation

Prompt Template

This is the base template with placeholders. Replace the placeholders with your specific information:

You are a UX design expert. Create a UX decision tree for {{use_case}}. The goal is to help a {{user_type}} user to {{user_goal}}. The tree should be structured with steps, conditions (yes/no or multiple choice) and associated actions or screens. Provide a structured textual visualization (indentation or bullet points). {{additional_context_block}}

Placeholder descriptions:

{{use_case}}Use case or feature concerned - e.g., subscription choice, product configuration, customer diagnosis

{{user_type}}User type - e.g., new visitor, existing customer, expert user

{{user_goal}}Goal to achieve for the user - e.g., choose the offer adapted to their needs, complete a configuration

{{additional_context}}Additional context (optional) - e.g., mobile-only journey, legal or technical constraints

Example of generated prompt

Here's an example with filled-in values:

You are a UX design expert. Create a UX decision tree for: subscription choice. The goal is to help a new visitor choose the offer adapted to their needs. The tree should be structured with steps, conditions (yes/no or multiple choice) and associated actions or screens. Provide a structured textual visualization (indentation or bullet points). Also add these details: the experience is 100% mobile and must respect legal constraints on pre-contractual information.

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