Collect references, sketch a direction, and make the words clear. Three small steps toward a thoughtful workspace.
Tasks
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No tasks in this state.
A fictional demo within this article. Reset or reload restores its initial state.
Concept
Material 3 Expressive directs attention with color, shape, size, and motion. This authored study uses large task controls and varied curves.
Example
All eleven styles share a workspace: overview, three tasks, progress, and two resource notes. Follow the menu, check a task, filter Open or Done, and expand a note. Completion becomes 1 / 3 and 33%; unmatched filters show an empty message. Reset or reload restores All, three unchecked tasks, 0%, and closed notes. Completion briefly pulses the progress shape; reduced motion removes animation.
When to choose it
Choose it when key actions need clear visual emphasis. Expressive shapes must preserve familiar labels and reading order.
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