Can I easily add tooltips to icon buttons in my app?

Yes, with Adalo's No Code App Builder, you can easily add tooltips to icon buttons using the new 'tooltip' and 'tooltipLink' properties. Simply configure these properties on your IconButton component to provide helpful hints that guide your users through your app's interface.

Why choose Adalo over other App Builder solutions?

Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. This means you can reach users on any platform without learning multiple tools or writing code. Publishing to app stores is key to marketing and distribution, which is often the hardest part of launching a new app or business — Adalo removes this barrier entirely, giving you a major advantage in getting your app into users' hands.

What was the double tooltip issue that was fixed?

Previously, icon buttons could display overlapping or duplicate tooltips, creating a confusing user experience. The new tooltip properties eliminate this issue by providing a single, clean tooltip display that appears consistently and intuitively.

What are the new IconButton properties introduced in this update?

The IconButton component now includes two new properties: 'tooltip' for adding descriptive text and 'tooltipLink' for connecting tooltips to additional resources or actions. These properties give you more control over how you communicate button functions to your users.

How do tooltips improve user experience in my app?

Tooltips help users quickly understand what each button does without cluttering your interface with permanent labels. This creates a cleaner design while still providing helpful guidance, making your app more intuitive and professional.

Enhanced Tooltip Functionality for Icon Buttons

August 11, 2025

We've improved the IconButton component by adding new 'tooltip' and 'tooltipLink' properties. This enhancement fixes the issue of double tooltips appearing, providing a cleaner and more user-friendly experience.

Now, when you use icon buttons in your applications, you'll notice a more polished and intuitive tooltip display, making it easier for your users to understand button functions at a glance.

FAQ

Question	Answer
Can I easily add tooltips to icon buttons in my app?	Yes, with Adalo's No Code App Builder, you can easily add tooltips to icon buttons using the new 'tooltip' and 'tooltipLink' properties. Simply configure these properties on your IconButton component to provide helpful hints that guide your users through your app's interface.
Why choose Adalo over other App Builder solutions?	Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. This means you can reach users on any platform without learning multiple tools or writing code. Publishing to app stores is key to marketing and distribution, which is often the hardest part of launching a new app or business — Adalo removes this barrier entirely, giving you a major advantage in getting your app into users' hands.
What was the double tooltip issue that was fixed?	Previously, icon buttons could display overlapping or duplicate tooltips, creating a confusing user experience. The new tooltip properties eliminate this issue by providing a single, clean tooltip display that appears consistently and intuitively.
What are the new IconButton properties introduced in this update?	The IconButton component now includes two new properties: 'tooltip' for adding descriptive text and 'tooltipLink' for connecting tooltips to additional resources or actions. These properties give you more control over how you communicate button functions to your users.
How do tooltips improve user experience in my app?	Tooltips help users quickly understand what each button does without cluttering your interface with permanent labels. This creates a cleaner design while still providing helpful guidance, making your app more intuitive and professional.