When designing an interactive experience for any device. Applying Gestalt principles and Fitts’s Law are important to have in mind to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces. These design laws have been proven to enhance how users interact with digital products, making navigation smoother and more efficient.
However, designing for different devices (desktop and mobile) comes with unique challenges. On desktop interfaces, designers have more freedom in placing buttons and interactive elements, allowing for a more immersive experience. On the other hand, mobile design requires a stronger focus on usability, ensuring that interactive elements are positioned within easy reach of the user’s thumb to minimize effort.
One interesting but underutilized UI element is the pie menu, where options are arranged in a circular layout around a central point. Since each option comes from the center, users can reach any selection with the same amount of effort. Despite its efficiency, pie menus remain uncommon in UI design, mainly due to their unfamiliarity.
As designers, we must balance innovation with established user expectations. While new interactions can be valuable, users are already accustomed to certain patterns, and deviating too much can affect usability.
By applying these principles, I strive to design interfaces that feel natural, responsive, and effortless to use. Whether for desktop or mobile, incorporating Gestalt principles and Fitts’s Law ensures a more seamless user experience.