How do I use this Widgets template for UI documentation?

You can use this template to map out the requirements for a design system. By following the 'Advanced' and 'Basic' branches, you can define exactly which fields—such as 'Button links to' or 'HTML/CSS Code Box'—are required for each widget type in your CMS or application.

Is this Widgets cheat sheet editable in Xmind?

Yes, the template is fully editable. You can add new widget types, modify existing properties like 'Min Height', or expand the 'Multiple Assets' configuration to match your specific project requirements or technical stack.

What is the 'Single asset (Not part of phase 1)' node used for?

This node serves as a placeholder for future development. It allows teams to track widgets that are planned for later releases, ensuring that the 'Layout' and 'Advanced' structures remain scalable as the project evolves.

Widgets

Vijay Khandagale

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Use cases

Product requirements doc (PRD)

About

The Widgets mind map template provides a comprehensive framework for UI/UX designers and front-end developers to organize component specifications across 64 distinct nodes. This Widgets template serves as a technical Widgets cheat sheet, detailing the structural requirements for both standard and complex interface elements. The map is divided into three primary architectural pillars: Layout, Basic, and Advanced, ensuring that every element from a simple Divider to complex Multiple Assets configurations is accounted for. By using this Widgets mind map, teams can standardize how they handle Rich text and button components, including specific attributes like Max Height and Button Alignment. It functions as a central source of truth for asset management and layout logic, helping to bridge the gap between design mockups and functional code implementation.

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When to use this template

UI/UX Designers and Product Managers

Defining a design system or component library for a new web project

Front-end Developers and Technical Architects

Documenting technical requirements for custom CMS widget development

SEO Specialists and QA Engineers

Auditing existing website components for accessibility and SEO metadata

How to use this template

Step 1

Import the template file

Download and open the .xmind file in Xmind desktop or the web app to view the full widget hierarchy.

Step 2

Customize component properties

Modify nodes like 'Max Height' or 'Button text' to align with your specific design system constraints and branding.

Step 3

Export for development teams

Use the export feature to share the 'Advanced' and 'Basic' widget specifications as a PDF or image for developer handoff.

Frequently asked questions

This template includes a structured breakdown of UI components categorized by complexity. It covers layout elements like 'Row' and 'Section', basic media widgets like 'Image' and 'Video', and advanced configurations for 'Rich text and button' interactions, including technical properties like 'Max Height' and 'Alt text'.

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