Is UI Design important in an MVP? How did you make it？

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Is the value of UI important in the Minimum Viable Product (MVP)? What is your perspective on this issue?

How did you create your MVP's UI? Did you use a template or design it yourself?

Vertika Nigam · Accepted Answer

It's an MVP for you. But for your users, it's a product they'll be using to solve something. So, simultaneously, you'll be competing with other products that do similar job and ALSO provide a great experience for those users.

So, the best way to go about this is to give the basic functionality that you've planned for MVP, and also focus on UIUX.

You never know, your users might stick to your product just because it gave them a good experience, better than others in the market.

Raffaele Zarrelli · Answer

Hi Max!

Yes, UI design is important in an MVP to ensure a good user experience and initial adoption. Y Combinator emphasizes that a well-thought-out design helps users understand and interact with the product effectively. For our MVP, we used Bubble, which allowed us to quickly create a functional and attractive UI.

In short, a good UI can significantly impact the success of your MVP.

Hope this helps!

Max · Answer

@fc_andrew88 Perhaps we are witnessing a revolution in UI design driven by AI.

Islam Akramov · Answer

It's all depends on product, and on market. For example we are developing Personal Finance Manager app right now, and there are a lot competitors in the market right now, but they UX and UI it's really bad and unuseful, that's why in my case we really focusing on UX and UI, but I think that for the MVP on the other marjet nichrs it's enough clear and minimalism simple UI.

FC_Andrew88 · Answer

It depends on your product. For example, chatgpt just needs an UI with the most simplicity.

Jose R. Romero · Answer

Google LM Music, which began as a "Lab" MVP similar to Midjourney on Discord, has evolved into a WebUI that is now relatively easier to use. The early access provided to enthusiasts for testing AI products in MVP is highly appealing. I cannot answer the second question; however, you may want to consider the efficiency and cost associated with implementing either option.

Chris · Answer

Yes, it is important. At the very minimum there should be thought given to UI standards/best practices and accessibility basics. A balance of sizing and spacing according to the intended design direction (theme, style, etc.) However, the UX path for the user and the micro-experiences along the way should be first concern, function over form for a better MVP. However, humans love beautiful things and they engage with great UI's, so i wouldn't suggest to ignore it.

Also, the intent of the UI matters because if the interface is indeed simple, or data complex with lots of tables (i.e. Enterprise app), there may not be a high need for UI polish because simplicity works. Whereas, something that is driven by aesthetic and animations (perhaps to sell) may want more attention in the UI space. Hope this helps!

Arya · Answer

Yes, UI is important in an MVP for ensuring good user experience and validating the product concept effectively.

Gurkaran Singh · Answer

Oh, the age-old UI debate in MVPs! UI does matter; it's like giving your users a delightful tech hug amidst all the complexities. In crafting my MVP's UI, I DIYed it with a touch of startup pizzazz and a sprinkle of design magic – no templates in this coder's toolkit!

QING LI · Answer

The value of UI design in an MVP is definitely significant, even though the primary goal of an MVP is to test core functionalities and gather user feedback.

Importance of UI in an MVP:
First Impressions: A clean and intuitive UI helps create a positive first impression, making users more likely to engage with your product.
Usability: Good UI design ensures that users can navigate and use the product easily, which is crucial for gathering meaningful feedback.
Credibility: A well-designed UI can make your MVP look more professional and credible, which can be important when pitching to investors or early adopters.
How I Created My MVP's UI:
Initial Sketches: Started with basic wireframes to map out the user flow and key functionalities.
Design Tools: Used tools like Figma or Sketch for creating detailed mockups and prototypes.
Feedback Loop: Gathered early feedback on the designs and iterated quickly.
Templates: For our first MVP, we used a UI kit/template to speed up the process and ensure a cohesive look, then customized it to fit our brand and needs.
While functionality is the core of an MVP, a good UI can significantly enhance user experience and provide better insights into how users interact with your product.

Is UI Design important in an MVP? How did you make it？

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