Prototyping tools
There are multiple prototyping tools available, allowing you to find one tailored to your specific needs. What should you look for when selecting a prototyping tool?
- Design patterns: If you want to save time or don't have design skills, make sure the tool has a good library of design patterns (e.g., navigational elements, forms, menus, buttons, product pages, calendar pickers, etc.).
- Interactive components: To build high-fidelity prototypes, the tool should allow you to create advanced transitions, animations, and overlays.
- Low learning curve: The tool should be intuitive, simple, and not require too much effort or time to learn.
- Testing and demo features: It should be easy to present prototypes to clients or share them with usability test participants.
- Code features: In some teams, developers are responsible for preparing prototypes, and the ability to use conditional logic and variables can be a nice feature. Plus, it allows for more complex and interactive prototypes.
- Multi-platform support: Testing your app on only one platform can lead to numerous errors and usability issues on devices you didn't test it on. So, ensure the tool lets you test your prototypes across multiple platforms.