The Perils of Poor UX: Analyzing the Usability of a Phone Number Input Slider
Technical Overview The core issue revolves around the implementation of a slider control for phone number input. This unconventional approach deviates significantly from established user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) best practices. Current industry standards advocate for intuitive and efficient data entry methods, prioritizing clarity, ease of use, and accessibility. The challenges presented by a slider-based phone number input include: precision limitations (especially for longer numbers), lack of familiarity for users, potential accessibility issues for users with motor impairments, and an overall negative user experience....