Developing a mobile app – how to start ?

Mobile apps are increasingly taking over most of desktop/laptop work roles! Dominance of apps can surely be argued but cant be ignored! Any business be it a start-up, growing or established, some of its customer touchpoints through mobile would be there or trying to create mobile touchpoints. Easier said then done! Here is a short list of few important points that one needs to consider while flirting with idea of creating a mobile touchpoint for their customers:
  • Get a wire frame going: Wire frames are one of the best way to provide a visual form to your ideas. You will be clear as what you need and where you need. Also, it will help your colleagues, partners, management to better understand solution you are offering. Even if it is extra time and money its absolutely worth it!
  • Clean Layout: Mobile screen is a crampy space and will not fit all elements of Web-based app. Use icons, signs, etc. to conserve and  beautify space available! Keep it clean and let the intended message or call to action conveyed!
  • Default is Best:  While trendier is eye-candy for most, call to action can be higher achieved by using default button/icon of iOS/Android themes. For example CALL button in your app, swipe behavior should be retained for similar actions like removing products from cart, etc. as users will be more accustomed with those icons and may lead to better usability!
  • Short forms : Keep forms short and easy to be filled up and avoid repetitive elements. If at all needed provide pre-filled editable input elements! For example, fill up shipping email field with user’s registration email, but, allow them to edit it, if needed!
There are few more of them, will carry those in next thread! Will have get back to work!
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