MetaMask / MetaMask/metamask-extension

Update copy of error messages to make human readable

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cross-platform needs-design type-enhancement ux-enhancement
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Description

#Description
As a user, I want to see consistent and human readable error messages.

**Process**
- [ ] Establish error copy guideline
- [ ] Audit current error messages
- [ ] Add error messages to https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/195Vw7sJcAeIzJFrpH1mE7MNVtb8tyPTJXADUvv4GQ3A/edit?userstoinvite=anezdoank3%40gmail.com&ts=6009ad5b&actionButton=1#gid=152145950
- [ ] Rewrite error messages based on copy guidelines
- [ ] [optional] Make recommendations to change error designs based on https://github.com/MetaMask/metamask-extension/issues/10284

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Research direction

No source files, tests, or entry points are identified. Start by reviewing the error-copy guideline, auditing the current messages into the linked spreadsheet, and reading issue #10284 for related design recommendations. Done means the guideline and audit are complete and the affected messages have been rewritten consistently.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
content
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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