{"id":26964,"date":"2020-08-31T21:10:55","date_gmt":"2020-08-31T19:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intellias.com\/?p=26964"},"modified":"2024-07-09T13:18:29","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T11:18:29","slug":"a-successful-mobile-app-design-doesn-t-just-happen-you-need-to-create-it-and-we-ll-show-you-how","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/intellias.com\/mobile-app-design-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"A Successful Mobile App Design Doesn\u2019t Just Happen \u2014 You Need to Create It, and We\u2019ll Show You How"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today\u2019s world, where mobile devices are extensions of their owners, mobile app design comes first. And so much depends on it. High customer acquisition, retention, and engagement can all be achieved if you create a successful app. To do that, you need to design your mobile application with users and their needs in mind. So let\u2019s find out more about the secret ingredient behind every successful app design \u2014 the user experience<\/a> (UX).<\/p>\n

UX in mobile app design<\/h2>\n

Roughly speaking, the user experience (UX) is what users interact with and perceive a product. Keep in mind that UX is a wide term that covers many different aspects: the first impression of a product, accessibility<\/a>, ease of use, the emotions a product evokes, and so on. In terms of mobile app design, the UX defines the user\u2019s perception of an app.<\/p>\n

With mobile UX design, your ultimate goal is to create a user-centric application \u2014 an app that knows the user\u2019s needs and satisfies them. A great mobile UX is simple, intuitive, and delivers maximum value to users.
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A product is more than the product. It is a cohesive, integrated set of experiences. Think through all of the stages of a product or service \u2014 from initial intentions through final reflections, from first usage to help, service, and maintenance. Make them all work together seamlessly. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDon Norman, <\/span> inventor of the term \u201cUser Experience\u201d<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/small>\n\t\t\t<\/blockquote>\n\t\t<\/section>
\nDon\u2019t forget that the UX isn\u2019t the same as the mobile UI (the user interface). The UX deals with overall user satisfaction with the product. The UI design of a mobile app takes care of visual interface elements through which a user interacts with the system and focuses on ease of use.<\/p>\n

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Source: Launchpad Apps<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Why is the mobile user experience important?<\/h2>\n

Here\u2019s why you need to take care of your app\u2019s UX design.<\/p>\n

Know your audience better<\/h3>\n

Obviously, you can\u2019t create a user-centric app without first knowing your users. That\u2019s why researching the target audience takes place at the early stages of every UX design process. To create a smooth user experience, you have to know your audience\u2019s pain points and behavior patterns as well as how users typically interact with your app. Gathering thorough information about your target audience will also help you better understand your customers. This means you can expand your business and accurately tailor your communication and marketing strategy.
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Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic put users at the center of product design<\/p>\n

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Make your app relevant to customers<\/h3>\n

Did you know that 25% of mobile apps<\/a> downloaded around the world are opened only once? That\u2019s right \u2014 the first impression matters. Your app may never get a second chance of winning an audience. So you have to create an application that\u2019s relevant to users from the very first sight.<\/p>\n

Luckily, UX design can help you with that. It ensures your app meets users\u2019 expectations, engages your audience, and turns every user into a loyal customer.<\/p>\n

With quality design, you\u2019ll be able to:<\/p>\n