Design issueshttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues2023-06-28T14:25:58Zhttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/46Design a temporary application icon for the VPN pre-alpha2023-06-28T14:25:58ZdonutsDesign a temporary application icon for the VPN pre-alphaI think something based on the onion rings (i.e. keeping it generic would be good enough for now. Maybe with a sparkle?
- Resources: [Guidelines](https://developer.android.com/develop/ui/views/launch/icon_design_adaptive) | [Templates](...I think something based on the onion rings (i.e. keeping it generic would be good enough for now. Maybe with a sparkle?
- Resources: [Guidelines](https://developer.android.com/develop/ui/views/launch/icon_design_adaptive) | [Templates](https://www.figma.com/file/sjNWeIOpb0BckjmxApXd5m/VPN-pre-alpha?node-id=939%3A2070&t=xXPiif40TbrHiSJg-1) (in Figma)Sponsor 101 - Tor VPN Client for Androidnicobnicobhttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/29Tracing on Tor Browser's application icon is not continuous and path is broke...2023-06-28T14:19:56ZirelativismTracing on Tor Browser's application icon is not continuous and path is broken upThe tracing of the path on the main TorBrowser logo is not a continuos path
there seams to be seperate objects instead of a continous path. This should be a easy fix :)The tracing of the path on the main TorBrowser logo is not a continuos path
there seams to be seperate objects instead of a continous path. This should be a easy fix :)https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/6[UX] usage of unnecessary buttons2022-08-01T17:30:23Zriyajawandhiya[UX] usage of unnecessary buttons**What is the user problem?**
The usage of unnecessary buttons is a common problem. When a user is provided with too many options, users end up doing nothing.
![image](/uploads/2ae24704902491e60e158104a2720459/image.png)
The tests dis...**What is the user problem?**
The usage of unnecessary buttons is a common problem. When a user is provided with too many options, users end up doing nothing.
![image](/uploads/2ae24704902491e60e158104a2720459/image.png)
The tests discovered that simple fonts and print helped people reason more clearly. The more options are given, the harder it was for subjects to process information.
**Why is this important?**
A button’s action and state should be clear.
**Why does this satisfy?**
1. Removing confusions
2. Clean as space is saved
3. Minimal designs are always lighter than those cluttered and complex designs with too many elements
**How to measure design's effectiveness?**
[A/B testing](https://uxdesign.cc/7-steps-of-a-b-testing-what-how-cf3b209467fd) - A quick A/B with my acquaintances (who cover major sections of people using the internet) with a high-fidelity versionhttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/12[UX] Top sites : functionality and usage2022-04-06T21:23:18Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Top sites : functionality and usage**Functionality**
Add to top sites is given in the mobile application.
Open a tab>> click on kebab menu >> Add to top sites
**How to use?**
Steps to reuse it as a shortcut are unknown.
**Changes**
1. Adding the shortcut in the kebab ...**Functionality**
Add to top sites is given in the mobile application.
Open a tab>> click on kebab menu >> Add to top sites
**How to use?**
Steps to reuse it as a shortcut are unknown.
**Changes**
1. Adding the shortcut in the kebab menu >> bookmarks and top sites
2. Removing the featurehttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/11[UX] Seperate private search engine2022-04-06T21:20:41Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Seperate private search engine**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Users may want to change the default search provider.
**Why is it a problem?**
The user might not want to use Duck Duck Go as a default search engine as they can be more careful about ...**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Users may want to change the default search provider.
**Why is it a problem?**
The user might not want to use Duck Duck Go as a default search engine as they can be more careful about searching on the [local level](https://dzone.com/articles/duckduckgo-has-a-privacy-problem).
None of the search engines is perfect, so we can give users the freedom to use the search engine which they trust.
**How would you solve the problem? What is your design proposal?**
A dialogue box asking if the user wants to change the default search engine.https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/22[UX] Search and sort and change the location of download items2021-12-13T18:19:19Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Search and sort and change the location of download items**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Search and sort and change the location of download items
**Why is it a problem?**
Currently, there is no way a user can quickly find an item from downloads. The only option that the ...**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Search and sort and change the location of download items
**Why is it a problem?**
Currently, there is no way a user can quickly find an item from downloads. The only option that the user currently has is to scroll down to the desired item which can be time-taking. Getting access to the desired information could be a frustrating process.
**Design proposal**
Search and sort options would be available to users. Users would be able to organize items in search downloads in a way that makes sense to them.
Following features would be implemented:
- Search: It will enable the user to quickly get to the item they want to access.
- Sort: It will enable the user to sort the library items on the basis of recently visited, frequently visited, site name in order to quickly get to the item they want.
- Change the location: It will enable the user to change the location of the item where it is easy for them to access.
**Design**
1. Search icon and vertical ellipses on the toolbar
2. In the hamburger menu, give the option to change the download locationhttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/21[UX] Learn about other products2021-12-13T18:18:09Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Learn about other products**Why is this important?**
It will communicate other products of tor community offered for diversification reasons. They are already using one product, the user might be interested in a particular product only and making user learn about...**Why is this important?**
It will communicate other products of tor community offered for diversification reasons. They are already using one product, the user might be interested in a particular product only and making user learn about other may encourage them to use or even share to those people the find or think may be useful to them.
**How to add them without extra detailing**
It will be good if we add to the present interface a rectangular bar in the empty space of the home screen or an intuitive icon that can incite the user to tap on it. It should be done in a friendly and interactive way.
Another way is to provide some tips which pop up in a clear and transparent way (a way that will not block or obscure part of the present interface ) as the user navigates along.https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/18[UX] Non-uniform search bar2021-12-13T18:17:54Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Non-uniform search bar**What is the issue?**
When taping the logo of the search engine, it doesn't open up in the tab which goes against the expected behavior.
For all the competitor applications, open up the search engine in the tab.
**Why is it important?...**What is the issue?**
When taping the logo of the search engine, it doesn't open up in the tab which goes against the expected behavior.
For all the competitor applications, open up the search engine in the tab.
**Why is it important?**
They allow users to quickly move between a small number of equally important views. When implemented correctly, tabs improve usability by making the navigation experience more clear.
1. Make navigation predictable
2. Add visual consistencyhttps://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/17[UX] Nonuniformity in home page2021-12-13T18:16:59Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Nonuniformity in home pageAligning the logo to the center
I felt that the home screen was lacking overall uniformity and symmetry. This could reduce the overall appeal of the UI.
The logo on the home screen occupies the left corner, resulting in a lot of empty ar...Aligning the logo to the center
I felt that the home screen was lacking overall uniformity and symmetry. This could reduce the overall appeal of the UI.
The logo on the home screen occupies the left corner, resulting in a lot of empty areas on the right.https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/13[UX] Confusing path to reach home button2021-12-13T18:16:15Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Confusing path to reach home button**What is the user problem?**
The new user can get confused in finding the home screen
**Why is this important?**
A user may press back which will take them to each page visited. Pressing the tab button may not come to mind as in oth...**What is the user problem?**
The new user can get confused in finding the home screen
**Why is this important?**
A user may press back which will take them to each page visited. Pressing the tab button may not come to mind as in other browsers it only opens floating active tabs and not the home screen.
**how to solve this?**
Pop-ups can be provided to the new user.https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/10[UX] Adding shortcuts in the search bar2021-12-13T18:15:54Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Adding shortcuts in the search bar**Mention the issue**
During a search, if the search bar is clicked automatically text is selected there are no suggestions or shortcuts are showing whether we want to copy the text or the document button is given there whose usage is n...**Mention the issue**
During a search, if the search bar is clicked automatically text is selected there are no suggestions or shortcuts are showing whether we want to copy the text or the document button is given there whose usage is not clear.
Either we have to click shortcuts or delete the selected text, which increases the number of clicks.
**Explain the issue**
It's an issue because, in the browser, the documentation shortcut button confuses the user and some users are lost.https://gitlab.torproject.org/tpo/ux/design/-/issues/8[UX] Enhancing the Search Experience2021-12-13T18:15:35Zriyajawandhiya[UX] Enhancing the Search Experience**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Enhancing the Search Experience
**Why is it a problem?** (Why is it important)
Enhancing Search experience is essential as it is one of the most common elements that we interact with d...**What is the problem you are trying to solve?**
Enhancing the Search Experience
**Why is it a problem?** (Why is it important)
Enhancing Search experience is essential as it is one of the most common elements that we interact with daily. If users can easily express their queries and needs, and they get useful information or personalized information, it can be a win for the app or website.
**How would you solve the problem? What is your design proposal?**
We can enhance the user’s searching experience by :
1. Improving the search experience on the home screen
Adding QR code, voice, and image search features on the website.