Best practices for mobile search filter UX
Blog post from LogRocket
Mobile filtering design is crucial due to the significant use of mobile devices for internet access, necessitating a user-friendly and efficient search experience tailored to smaller screens. Key elements of effective mobile filtering include prominently placed search fields with clear labeling, autocomplete and suggestion features, and displaying search history to enhance user convenience. Options like fullscreen filters, side drawer filters, and quick access filters are tailored to different user needs, while components such as sliders, selectors, and switches allow for detailed filtering. Best practices include showing the number of filtered items, ensuring filters are easy to remove, using large tappable areas, and offering a "clear all filters" option to streamline the process. The choice between batch filtering and filtering on-the-fly should consider user needs, and incorporating AI can enhance the search algorithm to provide more relevant results.