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zeigarnik-effect

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Apply the Zeigarnik Effect — incomplete tasks stay mentally active. Use when designing progress indicators, saved drafts, and return hooks. For the emotional shape of the ending, use `peak-end-rule`.

When to use

• designing progress indicators
• saved drafts
• return hooks
• multi-step flows
• re-engagement touchpoints
• interruption handling
• checklists and completion meters

When not to use

• emotional shape of the ending

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