Chatbox- A friendly chat app for friends

Hey Angshuman,

Nice job on this submission—really clean work! I also love your use of colour. Here are a few small refinements to consider:

• With only these two images, it’s tough to fully evaluate the work. A Figma link would allow for a high-definition view, and sharing more than one screen would help assess the UX more fairly.

• The hint text in the search field is a bit hard to see. (On a side note, I really like the subtle silver underline—nice touch!)

• Adding a “Stories” title above the stories section could make it clearer that these are interactive and can be played.

• The unread message indicator above the two titles is a great addition! It just seems slightly off-center, leaning a bit too far right—adjusting this could enhance visual balance.

• Regarding the ordering of new messages, while solutions vary by context, bringing new messages to the top could improve:

-Efficiency & Usability – Surfaces active conversations immediately, reducing cognitive load.

-Real-time Communication – Prioritizing new messages ensures a more responsive experience, which is key for engagement.

• The small arrow next to the contact name wasn’t immediately clear—it seems to indicate that the last message was sent by the user? Since this isn’t a standard convention in chat apps, consider exploring a more intuitive way to convey this.

• Adding faint divider lines between list items could improve readability and definition.

• The blue background for pinned chats may not be necessary—the existing chunking already separates sections well.

• A short walkthrough explaining your design process, product purpose, and rationale would provide valuable context and better communicate your vision.

Keep up the great work—looking forward to more from you!