10 Most Common Mobile App Design Mistakes
Now, the world has switched over to the mobile device and so does the
web world and with this, the trend of mobile applications took over the mobile
market with a rapid change. The mobile application development has brought a
tremendous range of competitors in the market and with this, the level of
perfection has also increased. So, it is very important for the mobile app
designers and developers to avoid the most common mistakes that they are likely
to make and some these mistakes are described as below.
It is truly said “the first
impression is the last impression”. It goes very well with the mobile
application also. The first day or the first use of any mobile app is a
critical one, as it decides the first impression of the app. The users should
not get bored when they open your mobile app for the first time. It should be
eye-catching when being opened for the first time along with its accurate
downloading time. It should introduce the users to the features quickly and it
should take long for the users to discover the features and functionalities of
the app.
A Poor First Impression
The users can be introduced to the features of your app through the process of on boarding but again, this process should not be too lengthy as it will bore the users. Few designers also give the intro to the users of their app through some dazzling animations but if these animations open up on a daily basis or every time the user opens the app, then it will tire the users soon.
You have to be very careful
not to skip the app’s UX architecture before indulging yourself in the
designing work. Many a times, designers forget or they do not prefer UX along
with the necessary logic and navigation within the app. So, this kind of apps
normally fails due to overarching lack of flow and organization.
No Purpose For Designing
Every app should have a
purpose behind its development. So, the designers of the app should definitely
have an aim at designing a particular app. Normally, the most common purpose
for developing any app is to follow the trend of applications. But, there has
to be a particular purpose behind designing any mobile app which will, in turn,
give your users the value of your app. Your purpose will define the vision of
your app which has to be conveyed to the users. This will explain the utility
of your app to the users in terms of how your app will change their lives or
will provide a particular information regarding the relevant thing users want
from your app.
Stuffing Design Features
When you overload your app
with features, it is definitely going to fail to convince the users of its
vision and features. Pairing the features is difficult, yet it is very vital to
do so. This will reduce the chances of users getting confused with your app
features. An overloaded app will always make an unclear vision to the users as
to what your app will provide them. So, it is very important that you do not
overload your app with lots of features as it will cut down on the value of
your app’s purpose or the utility.
Ignoring The App Developing Budget
Once, you decide upon the
basis of the app, it is very important to determine the budget of your app. It
will ultimately affect the designing and the developing costs of your app. You
have to set your budget such that it will be useful to the constraints to work
within.
Underestimating Cross Platforms
The transition of your app
from the web to mobile doesn’t mean scaling down the whole web content to the
mobile content. Also, it happens frequently, that the developers try to release
their product simultaneously on all the platforms which will reduce the
product’s compatibility and will make it poor functioning. So, it is important
to take it to one OS at a time and then sort out the major issues before going
with the compatibility between the platforms.
Dismissing App Context
The designers must be
completely aware of the context in which the app is being developed. They
should know the vision and purpose of the app development. The designers should
be aware of the wider contexts of the app and should design the app relevantly
in the context that is predefined. The purpose and the context of the app
should not go contradictory when developing the app.
Over complicating The App Design
Many a times, it happens
that with an aim of designing the best app, the designer complicates the
design. He cannot have everything in his design all at the same time so, as far
as a good design is concerned, it should be as simple as possible and should
clearly convey the vision and utility features to the users in an easy manner.
Under Utilizing App Beta Testing
Before going public, it is
necessary to carry out in-house beta testing so as to iron out the digs for the
app as to what is and what is not working. For this purpose, it is always
advisable to hire a fresh team of beta testers who will have fresh viewpoint
altogether to bring out the drawbacks and analyze the app in relevance to its
utility and vision.
Design Inconsistencies
Each of the functionality
design should be consistent and relevant to the app. It is not at all necessary
that every functionality should have a different design. It is very vital to
maintain the overall design consistency of the app.
Conclusion:
Thus, it is very important
that you take into consideration all the above-mentioned points before going
public with your mobile app.
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