The placement of the Send button on mobile within Substack's commenting feature presents a user experience challenge. When using a mobile device, proximity of the Send button to the typing area leads to accidental submissions, particularly for users with larger thumbs. This design flaw interrupts the flow of writing and can cause frustration when attempting to edit comments. Despite being a minor interface design choice, it highlights the importance of small details in creating smooth, enjoyable user interactions with digital products. Attention to such design elements can prevent similar friction in user experience.
While commenting on a Substack post via mobile, the placement of the Send button on the left side with minimal padding caused multiple accidental submissions, disrupting the commenting flow.
The Send button's close proximity to the typing area resulted in frequent misclicks, particularly when editing comments, when thumbs inadvertently hit Send instead of the intended word.
Small interface decisions greatly impact user experience, as demonstrated by the Send button placement on mobile, which introduced significant friction despite being a minor design choice.
Improving such small details in design can enhance user interactions, ensuring a more fluid and enjoyable experience that aligns with the generally joyful use of the Substack platform.
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