Alright folks, let me tell you about this little thing I’ve been tinkering with – the “golden corner menu.” Sounds fancy, right? Well, it’s just a way I found to make navigating my app a bit smoother.
So, it all started when I noticed users were struggling to find some of the less frequently used, but still important, features buried deep in the settings. You know how it is, right? Click here, click there, scroll, scroll, scroll… nobody got time for that!
I began by sketching out some ideas on a napkin (classic, I know). I wanted something accessible, but not intrusive. The idea was simple: put the important options in the corner so users can find them with ease.
First, I coded a basic button that would stick to the bottom-right corner of the screen. Nothing special, just a simple round button for now. Next step was to make it show up only when it was needed, which was after users did something specific. After that I worked on the animation so it would unfold a little menu with the options when you tapped it.
Then I started adding the actual menu items. I made sure the icons were clear and descriptive, and I kept the list short – nobody wants a massive wall of options popping up. I used icons that were familiar, and made sure the text labels were concise.
After that I tested the hell out of it, tweaking the animations, the button size, the position, everything! I got some friends to try it out and watched them use it. They had a couple of good ideas, so I made some more changes.
And after some days of work it was finally ready. I pushed the update with the golden corner menu live and the feedback was really positive! Users started using the features they didn’t even know existed.
Here’s a quick rundown of the key steps:
- Identified the Problem: Users struggled to find certain features.
- Brainstormed Solutions: Explored different navigation options.
- Implemented the Basic Button: Coded a simple corner button.
- Added Menu Items: Created clear and concise options.
- Tested and Iterated: Got feedback and made improvements.
Look, the “golden corner menu” isn’t rocket science, but it’s a good example of how a little bit of effort can make a big difference in user experience. And who knows, maybe it’ll inspire you to find your own “golden corners” in your projects!
