SuppleTap - Low Fidelity Mockups

# SuppleTap Low Fidelity Mockups - Design Rationale ## Overview These low fidelity mockups for SuppleTap represent a careful translation of the product requirements into a coherent user experience that prioritizes simplicity, clarity, and accessibility. As the UI/UX Lead, I've focused on creating an interface that embodies the brand values of radical simplicity, respectful integration, meaningful minimalism, quiet reliability, and thoughtful assistance. ## Key Design Decisions ### 1. Platform-Specific Optimization The mockups reflect a thoughtful approach to platform-specific design, recognizing the distinct contexts and constraints of Apple Watch versus iPhone: - **Watch Interface**: Emphasizes large touch targets, minimal text, and glanceable information. The 2×2 grid layout for supplements allows for quick, one-tap interactions while maintaining adequate touch target sizes (44pt minimum). - **iPhone Interface**: Provides more detailed information, richer visualizations, and deeper configuration options that would be impractical on the watch's limited screen real estate. This dual-platform approach ensures that each device plays to its strengths while maintaining a consistent visual language and interaction model. ### 2. Core Interaction Model The central interaction of logging supplements has been designed to be effortless: - **One-Tap Philosophy**: The primary action of logging a supplement requires just a single tap, with immediate visual feedback. - **Clear Visual States**: Distinct visual states (not taken vs. taken) using color and shape to clearly communicate status at a glance. - **Immediate Feedback**: Confirmation overlays provide clear acknowledgment of actions without requiring additional user interaction. This streamlined approach minimizes cognitive load at the moment of supplement intake, making the app feel like a natural extension of the user's routine rather than an interruption. ### 3. Information Architecture The information architecture follows a hierarchy that prioritizes the most frequent and important tasks: - **Today View**: Primary screen with focus on current supplement groups - **History View**: Secondary screen for reviewing past adherence - **Settings**: Tertiary screen for less frequent configuration tasks This hierarchy is reflected in both the watch and iPhone interfaces, with consistent navigation patterns between them. ### 4. Visual System The visual system employs a limited set of elements to maintain clarity and focus: - **Color Usage**: Strategic use of color to indicate state (Sage Green for interactive elements, Terracotta for completion states) - **Typography**: Readable font sizes with appropriate hierarchy (larger for primary information, smaller for supporting details) - **Component Consistency**: Uniform treatment of similar elements (buttons, cards, status indicators) to build familiarity This restrained approach aligns with the brand value of meaningful minimalism, removing visual noise to highlight what matters most. ### 5. Notification System The notification system has been designed to be supportive rather than intrusive: - **Contextual Reminders**: Notifications provide clear context about which supplements need to be taken - **Actionable Alerts**: Direct actions available from notifications to minimize steps - **Status Awareness**: The system is aware of current supplement status to avoid unnecessary notifications This approach embodies the thoughtful assistance brand value, providing help when needed without becoming a nuisance. ## Flow Considerations ### Onboarding Flow The onboarding flow has been optimized to get users to value quickly: 1. **Welcome**: Brief introduction to the app's purpose 2. **Permissions**: Essential permission requests with clear value explanation 3. **Setup Prompt**: Optional but encouraged initial configuration 4. **Empty State**: Clear guidance for users who skip initial setup This progressive approach balances the need for setup with the desire to avoid overwhelming new users. ### Daily Usage Flow The daily usage flow has been designed around real-world usage patterns: 1. **Reminder**: Optional notification at configured time 2. **Quick Access**: Multiple entry points (app icon, complication, notification) 3. **One-Tap Logging**: Immediate action with minimal friction 4. **Confirmation**: Clear feedback on successful action 5. **Status Update**: Updated view reflecting new state This flow minimizes the time and effort required to complete the core task of logging supplements. ### Management Flow The management flow provides necessary configuration options without overwhelming users: 1. **Group Management**: Create and edit supplement groups 2. **Scheduling**: Set optional reminders for groups 3. **Preferences**: Configure app behavior to match personal preferences These management tools are available but don't dominate the interface, maintaining focus on the core tracking functionality. ## Accessibility Considerations The mockups incorporate several key accessibility considerations: - **Touch Targets**: All interactive elements meet the minimum 44×44pt size recommendation - **Color Contrast**: Status indicators use both color and shape to convey meaning - **Text Legibility**: Font sizes are appropriate for each platform with adequate contrast - **Feedback Mechanisms**: Multiple feedback types (visual, haptic) for important actions These considerations ensure the app is usable by people with varying abilities and preferences. ## Technical Feasibility The designs have been created with implementation feasibility in mind: - **Standard Components**: Utilizing platform-standard UI components where possible - **Responsive Layouts**: Flexible layouts that adapt to different device sizes - **Performance Considerations**: Minimal animations and effects to preserve battery life - **Cross-Device Sync**: Clear indications of sync status to manage user expectations This pragmatic approach balances design ideals with technical realities to ensure a smooth implementation process. ## Collaboration Insights These mockups reflect input from key stakeholders: - **VP Product**: Emphasized the importance of the one-tap logging experience and clear history visualization - **VP Engineering**: Provided guidance on technical feasibility and sync implementation considerations This collaborative approach ensures the design meets both user needs and technical requirements. ## Next Steps To move forward with the design process, I recommend: 1. **User Testing**: Validate these core flows with representative users 2. **Interaction Refinement**: Develop micro-interactions and transitions 3. **Visual Design**: Apply full visual design treatment based on brand guidelines 4. **Accessibility Audit**: Conduct a thorough accessibility review 5. **Engineering Handoff**: Create detailed specifications for implementation These steps will ensure the final product maintains the simplicity and effectiveness established in these low fidelity mockups while adding necessary refinement and polish.