There are many types of UI design that users interact with. Each type serves a specific purpose. They all serve the goal of providing the best user experience. In this blog post, we will explore different types of UI design. While this list is not comprehensive, it is rather detailed and will give you an idea of the types of screens and layouts available in the mobile industry. Of course, different apps may use different types of UI design or combinations of UI design types. Before we move on you might as well want to check different UI/UX design trends.
1.Splash screen
The splash screen is the first thing users see when they open a mobile application. They are what the name denotes. The next thing you notice is that the splash screen disappears. Typically, it includes a company name, emblem, or motto. They provide users with an indication that the app is loading. While these are brief instances in mobile applications, they serve the first positive impression and set the tone for the user experience.
2.Home screen
This is the place where users mostly navigate through the application. It includes the app’s features and functions. The default screen appears when a user unlocks their mobile device. If your home screen is not easy to navigate, it’s very hard to keep users. They should be able to find everything they need very easily. Some apps also allow customizing home screens by rearranging app icons, adding widgets, etc.
3.Log-in screen
Here is where the users enter their username and password. It’s important to clearly indicate any errors in case of incorrect information. Since the log-in screen is the first thing users see when downloading an app, providing the best user experience is important. Any frustration can cause a loss of potential users.
Security is the number one concern with the login screen. Therefore, some apps may include additional security measures in addition to credentials like two-factor authentication or biometric authentication. Similarly, fingerprints or facial recognition are largely used in the mobile industry today. Here is a blog post on the best log-in examples.
4.Profile screen
The most important thing with a profile screen is the user’s privacy as this screen displays the user’s personal information. It also allows editing of their account information. From the profile screen, users can have access to settings. And here is a blog post on the best profile page examples.
5.Settings screen
The setting screen is where the users adjust their app functionality for their individual needs. Often times the setting screen is overloaded which takes away from the user experience. Therefore, it is important to group menu items into categories and to provide clear descriptions for each setting to avoid confusion. It is a place where users customize and optimize their mobile experience. This is where users can improve their device’s performance, enhance privacy and security as well as personalize their app.
6.Onboarding screen
This is where users get introduced to the app’s features and learn how to use them. It's sometimes known as first user experience (FUX). When designed poorly, the users will often skip this part which may cause the app potential users. Product tours, checklists, and interactive guides are examples of onboarding screens.
7.Calendar
Here users have the option to view their schedule and plan events. Adding events or changing settings should be easy. For example, users can display when their tasks are due, or when important events take place. Again, it must be readable and easy. The calendar interface must display the dates with records associated with them.
8.Map
The map screen displays users’ location and provides directions. For example, map screens can show where users’ assets are or their job locations where they need to travel. It’s important to make this feature easy to use and provide concise information.
9.Catalog
These are otherwise called e-commerce screens. Here you can find a list of products available for purchase. The way businesses manage their catalog screen largely determined the sales. The products should be grouped into categories with user experience in mind.
10.Product card screen
Here information about a specific product is displayed. But cards can be about just anything. They are important elements of different types of UI design containing content and action. This important thing is that cards should be about a single topic. Cards are popular because they suppress content in a single place. They are easy to digest and are rather user-friendly.
11.Checkout screen
The checkout screen displays items and allows them to complete their purchase. It is important to provide both speed and convenience on the checkout screens so that users can complete their transactions quickly and safely. Another consideration is security so this item is of primary attention.
12.Feed
This screen displays content that is being streamed by app users or other sources. It's crucial that the navigation be really simple so that people can quickly find pertinent content. Blocks of comparable appearance should contain the content. For instance, editorial feeds (a list of articles) or listings are both available (a list of products, services, etc.). Here is how to add RSS to your website.
13.Playlist
A playlist screen is a place where users find their collection of audio and video songs. Typically, the playlist screen shows various items like the name of the artists, the album, playback controls, the progress bar, and volume controls. It is a necessary element of all media player apps. Users can manipulate a playlist with play, pause, skip, and repeat features.
14.Player
The player screen is a UI that provides a multimedia experience to users. This is the place where playback controls and playlist information are displayed, In addition to basic features, player screens also include bookmarking, sleep timer, and other advanced features. Once again, simplicity coupled with advanced functionality is an important element of this UI type.
15.Screen for conversation
Through the conversation screen, users communicate with the app, for example with the chatbot or other users of the mobile application. Normally it is an integral part of messaging apps where real-time communication takes place. The conversation screen can display texts, photos, and other multimedia. Users should be able to communicate with one another easily and conveniently through this interface.
On the final note, the best thing is to test these screens during prototyping an application. Read my other blog on Tools for Creating a Simple Mobile App Prototype.
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