Publishing

Design a publishing flow for a content editor that takes a draft from ready-to-send to live. Start with the draft state, then move through review, any required approval or permission check, final confirmation, and success.

The flow should make it clear what is being published, where it will appear, and whether it goes live immediately or after approval. Keep the content visible through the flow so users can verify title, body, audience, and publish timing before committing.

Include the common breakpoints: missing permissions, validation errors, and a canceled publish. Each should keep the draft context on screen and offer a direct next step instead of dropping the user back to the start.

Treat the last screen as proof of completion, not decoration. Show the published item, the destination, and the next action the user can take, such as view live, share, or return to editing.

Keep the user informed with progress indicators and contextual onboarding tips, especially if the publishing process is multi-staged or complex.