Moon phases

A new look for moon phases

Skills used

Analysis

The moon phase app targets Astronomy, Outdoor, and Astrology enthusiasts. To enhance usability, group similar features together for a more intuitive experience. Prioritize clear visuals, accurate moon phase info, and quick access to current details. For Astrology users, delve into spiritual insights, detailing astrological aspects and enabling personal intentions aligned with lunar cycles.

User Persona

Persona 1: Astronomy Enthusiast - Celeste Skywatcher

Meet Celeste, a 28-year-old astronomy enthusiast with a passion for understanding the cosmos. Celeste loves spending evenings gazing at the night sky and has a telescope to observe celestial events. She uses the moon phase app to plan her stargazing sessions, ensuring she doesn't miss important lunar events. Celeste appreciates detailed information about each moon phase, including its visibility and accompanying celestial events.

Persona 2: Outdoor Adventurer - Night Explorer Nate

Meet Nate, a 34-year-old outdoor enthusiast who loves camping and hiking. Nate often plans his outdoor activities based on the moon phase to enjoy the natural night lighting. He relies on the moon phase app to anticipate the level of moonlight during his adventures, helping him plan the best times for night hikes and camping trips.

Persona 3: Astrology Enthusiast - Mystic Maya

Meet Maya, a 30-year-old astrology enthusiast who follows lunar cycles for spiritual and personal growth. Maya uses the moon phase app to align her activities with the moon's energy, practicing rituals and setting intentions during specific lunar phases. She values an app that not only provides accurate moon phase data but also offers insights into the spiritual significance of each phase.

Improvement Plan

User Control and Freedom:

  • Allow users to easily navigate back and forth, undo actions, and escape from unwanted states.

Flexibility and Efficiency of Use:

  • Allow both novice and expert users to accomplish tasks efficiently by providing shortcuts and advanced features.
  • Design interfaces that cater to different skill levels and use cases.

Aesthetic and Minimalist Design:

  • Strive for a clean, simple, and aesthetically pleasing design.
  • Avoid unnecessary information or distractions.
  • Color and Contrast: Ensure that color choices and contrast are accessible and enhance the user experience.

Information Hierarchy:

  • On the front of the app connect tropical zodiac signs to the zodiac phase calendar
  • the median passing and the altitude as well as the distance will be regroupped to the compase icon and page

Final Improved