The first signature decides if users stay
Dropping a WalletConnect button on the hero is not Web3 UX. Real wallet onboarding covers connect, switch chain, sign, and recovery. On LongHash/EveriToken-class work, non-crypto users stall on network errors and blind signatures. Below is a shared product-design checklist that hides chain details inside understandable steps. Fold this into KSX Studio discover→design→build→launch: named owner, Definition of Done, staging proof, and rollback so verbal alignment does not drift.
Sell value before connect
Before requesting a wallet, explain the outcome in ten seconds (claim, trade, vote). Offer read-only browsing for cold start. Separate marketing narrative from dApp actions so SEO and key education do not collide. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement.
Complete the connect state machine
No wallet, locked, rejected, timeout, wrong network, connected each need UI. Never spinner-only. Instrument the funnel. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement. Fold this into KSX Studio discover→design→build→launch: named owner, Definition of Done, staging proof, and rollback so verbal alignment does not drift.
Predictable chain and account switches
Name target chains in human language with one-click switch. Refresh balances and permissions on account change. Multi-chain products must show current context. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement. Fold this into KSX Studio discover→design→build→launch: named owner, Definition of Done, staging proof, and rollback so verbal alignment does not drift.
No blind signing
Human-readable action, asset, counterparty, risk. Prefer typed data. Caps and revoke paths for approvals. Security baseline ships with UX, not later. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement. Fold this into KSX Studio discover→design→build→launch: named owner, Definition of Done, staging proof, and rollback so verbal alignment does not drift.
Error recovery paths
Rejects, low gas, RPC failures, stuck pending each need next steps. Link explorers and capture tx hash for support. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement. Fold this into KSX Studio discover→design→build→launch: named owner, Definition of Done, staging proof, and rollback so verbal alignment does not drift.
Staging acceptance with real wallet scripts
Run new wallet, returning wallet, mobile deeplink, desktop extension scripts. Put completion rate in release criteria. Design systems need loading and empty states for connect. Fold this into KSX discover→design→build→launch checks on staging so verbal alignment does not drop the requirement.
Checklist
- 1≤10s value prop before connect
- 2UI for six connect states
- 3Human-readable signature fields
- 4Errors include recovery + tx links
- 5Staging scripts for mobile + desktop wallets
Key takeaways
- Onboarding is state machines and copy—not a button skin.
- Blind signs and vague errors drive the most drop-off.
- Ship security baseline with UX.
FAQ
- Support only one wallet?
- MVP yes, with install guidance and alternatives. Expand on data.
- Force email registration?
- OK if deferred for notify/recovery; forcing upfront raises abandon rates.
- Testnet vs mainnet display?
- Strong env color/banner; never clone mainnet chrome on testnet.