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A look at what's going on in the field of user experience.
Splash Screen Design Best Practices
, UX Planet - Medium
Splash screen of LINE app.Splash screen is the first screen that users see when they launch a mobile app. Despite the splash screen being displayed only for a few seconds, it immediately forms a first impression about the product.
This article shares 3 essential tips for designing an effective splash screen.
What does it really mean to have an “experience”?
, UX Collective - Medium
How different definitions of experience shape product perspectives.Photo by Lucas Gallone on UnsplashThinking about UX philosophyI think we’ve all been through this: there I was, an innocent user browsing through internet pages — a netizen, some might say — when I landed on a site and found myself hopelessly bogged down by messages, pop-ups, and ads that appeared on my screen in a Kafkaesque way: to close one, I had to close another, and vice versa. And, of course, irritated, I complained to my two kittens about how terrible that experience was (without swearing because they’re just babies).
But then, something I’ve been thinking about for a long time came back to my mind. Those of us working in UX talk about user experience all the time, but what does that really mean? Or, to be even bolder, what does it mean to have an experience in the first place? To make things worse, as I started asking around, I realized there wasn’t really a consensus on this.
Beyond procrastination: the cognitive reasons behind unfinished projects
, UX Collective - Medium
From impostor syndrome to cognitive overload — mastering the invisible forces that prevent project successSource — ProgrammerHumor subredditRemember this sensation: in your mind, a new brilliant project idea sparks, you’re burning with excitement and 200% engaged into work, until… another project/framework/technology beckons. And I totally get it — it’s always greener on the other side. Notebooks are filled with half-finished concepts, Github repos multiply with ambitious beginnings that won’t ever reach their final stage. What starts as passionate creativity often transforms into a stockpile of unfinished potential, an accumulation of partially constructed projects. Sounds familiar, doesn’t it? Well, it’s not just you. In fact, it’s quite common.
Our relationship with incomplete work is far more nuanced than simple procrastination. It’s a complex relationship of creativity, neurological reward systems, and the profound psychology of potential. When we understand how it works, we can transform seemingly scattered efforts into a powerful attribute of self-improvement.
Features shouldn’t feel like features
, UX Collective - Medium
Why (and how) to craft product experiences that feel inevitable
A product manager’s 24 reflections on 2024
, UX Collective - Medium
and how to use tarot cards for sprint planning
Carousel Design Best Practices
, UX Planet - Medium
Layout space is precious, and designers always try to find ways to show enough information without overwhelming the user. Carousel is a popular interaction pattern that is used to showcase multiple pieces of content in a limited space.
https://medium.com/media/865f07fef3be68c2c7eb93db57afe7df/hrefTo create an effective and user-friendly carousel, follow these 8 best practices:
Progress Bar Design Best Practices
, UX Planet - Medium
6 Essential tips for designing effective progress barPractical recommendations along with tutorials for Figma that will help you design the best progress bar for your product.
https://medium.com/media/3f9c6c7f4f7866453ee3b8f922043d9c/href1. Avoid using a progress bar for quick tasksFor tasks that take less than 5 seconds its better to use skeleton screens or loading spinners.
How Many People Do You Need to See Trip on Your Carpet Before Fixing It?
, MeasuringU
You invite your friends over for a gathering at your house.
As the party gets started, you watch in horror as a friend trips on the edge of your carpet before she even takes the first sip of her Cabernet (now spilled on your white couch).
Payment Button Design Best Practices
, UX Planet - Medium
Payment button is one of the most important elements for any eCommerce or SaaS website. It’s way more than just a functional element — it’s a critical touchpoint in the user journey that can make or break a transaction.
A well-designed payment button is intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing. This article reviews 7 best practices that will help you design effective payment buttons.
What is a Typical No-Show Rate for Moderated Studies?
, MeasuringU
You have grand research plans. Prototype ready. Stakeholders scheduled to observe. The time comes, and the participant is a no-call no-show.
No-shows are a fact of life when conducting UX research.
