01Choose product
02Answer options
03Review configuration
04Checkout
Recommended approach: Use swatches for visual finishes and dropdowns for long text-only lists.
Match the control to the decision
The fastest interface is the one customers already understand. Visual choices deserve visual controls. Long lists need compact dropdowns. Free-form production details need bounded text or number inputs.
| Step type | Best use |
|---|---|
| Radio | A short list of text choices |
| Dropdown | A long or space-sensitive list |
| Swatch | Color, material, or finish |
| Image cards | Shape, model, pattern, or component |
| Text / number | Engraving, initials, quantities, measurements |
| Artwork | Customer logo or production image |
| Demographic | Height, weight, length, or age with unit conversion |
Use pages to reduce cognitive load
Group related questions under a clear page title. A customer should understand why each page exists and how far they are from completion. Aura keeps the summary available across its responsive layouts.
Common questions
When should I use a single-page configurator?
Use a single page when the journey is short and choices do not need staged disclosure.