Having limited space can be challenging when designing a mobile app. Unlike a typical web page, designers do not have the luxury of a 15-inch screen on a mobile device. Simplifying the presentation of your app will allow your customers to enjoy the app without the complexities. In this slideshare, we outline 3 simple ways to simplify your mobile app game! To learn more go to: www.progress.com/MobileUX

1. 3 Ways to Simplify Your Mobile Apps

2. The Problem and the Solution
 Having limited space can be challenging when
designing a mobile app
 Unlike a typical web page, designers do not have the
luxury of a 15-inch screen on a mobile device
 Simplifying the presentation of your app will allow your
customers to enjoy the app without the complexities
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3. How You Should Simplify Your Apps
Focus on content, not chrome
Rely on intuitive touch gestures
Minimize labels and icons
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4. Focus on Content
 Emphasize the significance of the app with
content relevant to the user
 Instead of wasting lines of space on text and
icons use large pictures for easy browsing
 Avoid using unwieldy desktop controls that will
disrupt the aesthetics of the experience
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5. Rely on Intuitive Touch Gestures
 Design the functionality so that movement through the
app can be done by simply swiping or flipping to the
next screen
 Allow your customers to effortlessly browse the app
with gestures that make the experience fun
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6. Minimize Labels and Icons
 Using lengthy, text-only input can create a poor
Mobile UX
 Grant your users the experience of the content,
not the technology or the software
 Maintain functionality while reducing the
amount of unnecessary icons
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Learn more on how you can
improve your mobile apps today:
www.progress.com/MobileUX