Android is the most used mobile operating system in the world and it powers millions of mobile devices, wearables, automobile systems, and other such devices. Among the factors that make Android so popular, apps are very crucial. The Android apps let the users utilize their devices in the best possible manner and make the most out of it. Businesses have also realized the potential of Android apps and are leaving no stone unturned to create apps that expand the reach of their company and enhance the user base.
The Android app market is now over-crowded with apps and there is a stiff competition among similar apps. Hence, the success of an app boils down to the user experience it provides to the end users. Better the UX, more engaged the users will be.
These Android apps serve as an excellent platform to reach out to maximum number of users. The most common type of apps are the m-commerce apps using which the businesses can cater to their users in the most personalized way. Apps also make it easy to send notifications to the users through push notification feature.
Many surveys that have been carried out, suggest that all the businesses that interact with the customers or the clients must have an Android app. It will ensure that the companies forge a long lasting relationship with the customers by providing them personalized service. However, a mere app cannot guarantee the success of a business. The app, in order to be successful, needs to be developed the right way. It has been seen that users abandon an app after using it for first three months. To avoid such a situation to arrive
Create great Android apps with these tips
Use few registration buttons
Your app is out there to woo the users and not annoy them. Too many registration buttons can distract and frustrate the users. It is better to have the sign up or registration button in the main menu of the app.
Avoid using unnecessary feature
The most common mistake the developers commit is that they include features in the app that look cool but do not go well with the app. Such features must be avoided in the app or released as a beta test version. If the users love them, they can be included, otherwise not.
Offer features that no one does
To stay ahead in the competition, you must offer features in your app that no other app does. However, do not hamper the flexibility of the app on its cost. Look for the solution that is unique and most helpful.
Strive to forge a relation with the user
Users often stop using an app after few months because it stops to excite them anymore. Such conditions can be avoided by churning out new features through updates and offering deals on products and services provided through the app. This will lead to user retention and better customer-business relation.
Get the product tested by third party sources
It is always recommended to get your Android app tested by trusted third party users. Internal testing may not bring out the bugs and errors. A third party testing team will subject the app to real-life scenarios and will bring out the errors that went undetected.
Do not undermine app marketing
Lastly, the app has to be marketed well in order to make the users aware of the unique features of the app. If you do not promote the app well, the prospective users will not be interested to download and install the app.
Closing Remark
These lessons must be kept in mind while developing the Android app as it would lead to better apps that are not only high on looks but also offer great features. A perfect Android app does not just offer great UX but also records data that fosters improvement. The tips discussed here can be used as they are or certain modifications can be carried out to make them more suitable to your unique needs.
Author’s Bio
Ashni Sharma, a contributor for this blog, is a senior android app developer working at AppsChopper– a renowned app development company based in India. Ashni has a flair for writing on different technological and design aspects of mobile apps. When she is not coding some great apps, she is busy giving crucial insights and information on mobile app technologies through her blogs. You can follow: LinkedIn, Twitter