The author argues that toasts, while serving as feedback mechanisms in user interfaces, often appear far from the user’s attention and can be disruptive. Using examples from YouTube and Gmail, the author highlights instances where toasts are unnecessary or redundant. To solve this problem, the author suggests a redesign of the interaction, such as displaying feedback directly beneath the action button and using loading indicators instead of toasts. While acknowledging the importance of feedback, the author concludes that toasts are better than no feedback at all, but should be used sparingly and thoughtfully in user interface design.
https://maxschmitt.me/posts/toasts-bad-ux