PayPal Home UI: Lessons in Clarity and Task Focus - PayPal UI Breakdown

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Typography

Rewards card with clear hierarchy

The rewards card uses bold typography to emphasize points and cashback value, while a supporting action link helps new users explore how to benefit.

Rewards card with clear hierarchy
ClarityDelight

Request card that balances clarity and recognition

Large typography makes the requested amount instantly noticeable. Pairing it with the sender’s profile picture, CTA, and a playful illustration builds trust and recognition.

Request card that balances clarity and recognition
Call to Action (CTA)

Action clustering with tiered importance

Primary actions, such as Send and Request, are placed upfront as buttons, while secondary options, like Donate and Split a Bill, are icon-based, keeping the layout clean yet powerful.

Action clustering with tiered importance
Onboarding

Onboarding card placement for reduced friction

The setup progress card appears lower in the hierarchy. Since users can already perform essentials like sending and receiving money, onboarding does not interrupt the main flow.

Onboarding card placement for reduced friction
Visual Hierarchy

Card-based layout for scannability

Every piece of information is packaged into minimal cards with focused content. This prevents overload and ensures users can complete tasks quickly without distractions.

Card-based layout for scannability
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