Boost AI Prompt Access: Replace Globe Icon

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Hey everyone! We're diving into a cool update today, a feat(ui) that makes it super easy to get to our prompt library. We're saying goodbye to the old, non-functional globe icon and saying hello to a shiny new book icon. This change is all about making your lives easier and giving you quick access to the awesome world of AI prompts. So, let's break down the details, shall we?

The Lowdown: What's Changing?

So, what's the deal, guys? Well, currently, we've got a globe icon chilling in the global header, right? But here's the kicker: it doesn't do anything. It's just hanging out, looking pretty but not providing any actual function. We're going to swap that out with a brand new, functional book icon that links directly to our prompt library. This means you can browse, save, and use prompts without having to jump through hoops. It's all about making the user experience as smooth as possible. We are talking about replacing a non-functional globe icon in the global header with a book icon that navigates users to the prompt library. And that's what we are going to talk about today.

Why the Change? The User's Perspective

Let's talk about why this matters. As a user, you want things to be fast and intuitive. You don't want to hunt around for features. You want them right there, ready to go. The goal here is to give users quick access to the prompt library from the header, so you can easily browse and use saved prompts without digging through menus. Think of it as a shortcut to your creative toolkit. The less friction, the better, right?

This update is all about user experience, ensuring that finding and using prompts is as easy as possible. It's about empowering you, the user, to get the most out of our tools without any unnecessary hassle. So this is great for every user to get the prompt libraries immediately.

Current State vs. Desired State: The Before and After

Alright, let's get into the nitty-gritty. Here's a quick rundown of what we're working with:

  • Current State: We've got that globe icon in the global header. It's sitting pretty (lines 118-120 in components/layout/global-header.tsx), but it's not actually doing anything. It has no on-click function and is hidden on mobile devices.
  • Desired State: We want to replace that globe with a book icon (either BookOpen or Library from lucide-react). This icon will be clickable and will whisk you away to the /prompt-library route. We'll keep the same styling and responsive behavior, and update the aria-label to keep things accessible. In a nutshell, we want the ability to click on the book icon to be able to access the /prompt-library route.

This change is all about giving you direct access to the prompt library, replacing a non-functional element with something that actually helps you. Make sure you will love it.

Acceptance Criteria: Making Sure It Works

We've got some key things to tick off to make sure this update is a success:

  • The globe icon is successfully replaced with a cool book/library icon.
  • Clicking the icon takes you to the /prompt-library route.
  • The icon looks the same size and has the same style.
  • It hides on mobile like it should.
  • The aria-label is updated and correct.
  • No TypeScript errors or linting issues.

This is a good way to improve the user experience.

Technical Deep Dive: Code and Implementation

Alright, let's get a little technical for a sec. This is how the magic happens.

Where the Magic Happens: File to Modify

We'll be tweaking components/layout/global-header.tsx (specifically lines 118-120). That's where the existing globe icon lives.

The Old Code: Current Code

Here's what the current code looks like:

<Button variant="ghost" size="icon" aria-label="Select Language" className="hidden sm:flex">
  <Globe className="h-5 w-5" />
</Button>

The New Code: Suggested Implementation

Here's what we're aiming for:

<Link href="/prompt-library">
  <Button variant="ghost" size="icon" aria-label="Open Prompt Library" className="hidden sm:flex">
    <BookOpen className="h-5 w-5" />
  </Button>
</Link>

See the difference? We're wrapping the button in a Next.js Link component and swapping out the Globe icon for a BookOpen icon. Simple, but effective.

Icon Options: Choosing the Right Look

We've got a few icon options from lucide-react:

  • BookOpen - Open book icon
  • Library - Stack of books icon
  • BookMarked - Book with bookmark

We'll pick the one that fits best.

Import Updates: Bringing in the Icons

Don't forget to update your imports at the top of the file:

import {
  Search,
  Sun,
  BookOpen, // or Library, or BookMarked
  Bug,
  // ...
} from "lucide-react"

That way, you will be able to get the required icons for usage.

Testing Plan: Making Sure Everything Works

Here's how we'll make sure everything's running smoothly:

  • Visual Verification: Does the icon display correctly in the header?
  • Functional Test: Does clicking the icon take you to /prompt-library?
  • Responsive Test: Does the icon hide on mobile viewports?
  • Accessibility Test: Does the screen reader announce the right label?
  • Cross-Browser Test: Does it work in Chrome, Firefox, and Safari?

We'll go through all of these tests to make sure that the feature is ready to go!

Related Issues: Part of the Big Picture

This update is part of a bigger project: Epic: Prompt Library - Save, Share, and Reuse Prompts in AI Studio. So this is just a single part of the whole.

Additional Context: Enhancing Discoverability

This is all about making our prompt library more accessible. By putting a direct link in the global navigation, we're making it easier for users to find and use this valuable feature, replacing a non-functional UI element with a functional one. This is very important!

This simple change makes a big difference in the overall user experience, making it easier than ever for you to harness the power of AI prompts.

So, that's the scoop, guys! We hope you're as excited about this update as we are. Stay tuned for more improvements that make AI Studio even better!