Live status.
An indication that information is updating in real time.
See it in context
What it is
A live status tells users that a score, broadcast, collaboration surface, or monitor reflects an ongoing event. State freshness and connectivity separately when delays could matter.
When to use it
Use when the distinction between current and recorded information matters.
Know the difference
Live status describes the event or data; connection status describes the communication channel.
Across platforms
iOS · iPadOS · macOS · watchOS · tvOS · visionOS
Use the native platform presentation and terminology; adapt density and interaction to touch, pointer, remote, or spatial input rather than copying a phone-sized view.
Web · Android · Windows · Linux · Wear OS · Android TV
On the web, announce meaningful status changes without moving focus. On Android and desktop, keep messages near the relevant operation and follow the platform’s notification conventions.
Go to the source
Primary documentation for the pattern and its platform conventions.