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Feature Request/Idea: in addition to plus sign, show "add another author" (for example)

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Component: JSF Feature: Metadata Type: Suggestion User Role: Depositor UX & UI: Design UX/UI Input Needed
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Description

Overview of the Feature Request
Dear Dataverse Developers,

We experienced that multiplying the metadata fields using the "+" button appears not intuitive to our users. Many did not even notice that field can be added.

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We solved it just by adding a bit if text "Add another ..." to the button with javascript. As a side effect, it also makes the button unambiguous even for experienced user.

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We would like to suggest this simple, but effective feature for your judgement for one of the next releases.

What kind of user is the feature intended for?
(Example users roles: API User, Curator, Depositor, Guest, Superuser, Sysadmin)

Mainly for Depositor

What inspired the request?

User confusion and multiple questions on how to add additional authors, for example.

What existing behavior do you want changed?

Just add text to the plus signs

Any brand new behavior do you want to add to Dataverse?

Any open or closed issues related to this feature request?

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Research direction

Start by locating the JavaScript that renders the metadata fields' plus buttons and review how repeated fields such as authors are handled. Confirm the intended labels with the existing UI, then verify that relevant add-field controls clearly identify the action and remain usable for depositors.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
design, frontend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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