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MDN: Graceful degradation
Defines graceful degradation as designing a modern experience that falls back to an experience that still delivers essential content and functionality in less capable browsers or environments.
Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graceful degradation | Choose graceful degradation when users stay on the same surface and the core task continues with fewer capabilities. | The baseline path can complete the same core task or the interface explicitly says why it cannot. | MDN defines graceful degradation as retaining essential functionality in older or less capable environments. |
Evidence Role
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