Agile Loop
AI-powered action engine that enhances your work efficiency
Product Designer
UX / UI Designer
UX / UI Design
Product Design
Mockups
Prototyping
July 2023 - August 2023
Introduction
Agile Loop is an AI-powered action engine that enhances your work efficiency by adaptively and interactively learning how to use any software on your computer, just like a human does. It is designed to be easy to use and can be customized to your specific needs.
The Challenges
Designing an AI-powered automation tool that executes user commands, such as opening MS Word and interacting with it, presented several unique challenges. These obstacles required careful consideration to ensure the tool’s design met both functional and aesthetic goals.
The primary challenges included:
- Conveying an "AI Feel": The design needed to evoke a sense of advanced intelligence and next-generation technology. Capturing this subjective "AI touch" was difficult, as it demanded a balance between futuristic aesthetics and usability.
- Platform Versatility: The tool was intended for two distinct platforms—a Chrome extension and a desktop application—each with its own interface constraints and user expectations. Creating a consistent design that adapted effectively to both was a significant hurdle.
- Avoiding a Mobile App Aesthetic: With many modern designs influenced by mobile UI trends, it was challenging to craft a look that distinctly felt like a browser extension or desktop tool, rather than a mobile app, while still remaining contemporary and engaging.
- Engaging Color Palette: Selecting a color scheme that was visually appealing, reinforced the AI theme, and kept users engaged across different interactions posed a creative and technical challenge.
- Proper Auto Layout: Ensuring the design was well-structured and responsive was critical, especially for a tool with dynamic, interactive elements. The layout needed to adapt seamlessly to various screen sizes and content types.
These challenges demanded a thoughtful approach to balance the tool’s innovative AI identity with practical design principles tailored to its dual-platform use.
To overcome the challenges and deliver a successful design for the AI-powered automation tool, a combination of research, creativity, and iterative refinement was employed. The following solutions were implemented:
Research and Inspiration
Extensive research was conducted on Figma’s community and Dribbble to explore design trends and gather inspiration. Additionally, studying Microsoft Copilot provided valuable insights into how established AI tools achieve a modern, intelligent aesthetic, guiding the design direction.
Defining the "AI Feel"
To align the design with an AI-powered, next-generation vibe, specific visual elements were prioritized:
- A minimalistic interface with ample white space to convey simplicity and focus.
- Subtle gradients and modern accents to suggest a futuristic, tech-forward atmosphere.
- Smooth animations to reflect the responsiveness of AI interactions.
- Clean, readable typography to maintain a professional and approachable tone.
Platform-Specific Adaptation
A cohesive design language was maintained while tailoring the UI to each platform:
- For the Chrome extension, a compact, popover-style interface was created to integrate seamlessly into the browser without overwhelming the user’s workspace.
- For the desktop app, the design utilized larger screen real estate to offer detailed controls and additional features, enhancing functionality.
Differentiating from Mobile Aesthetics
To ensure the tool felt like a proper extension or desktop application:
- Desktop-centric elements like menus, toolbars, and side panels were incorporated.
- Oversized buttons and touch-oriented features typical of mobile apps were avoided, favoring precise, mouse-friendly controls.
- The design was optimized for larger screens, reinforcing a professional, tool-like appearance.
Strategic Color Palette
A thoughtfully chosen color scheme was developed to enhance engagement and align with the AI theme:
- A primary tech-inspired color (e.g., blue or purple) was selected as the foundation.
- Gradients were used to add depth and a contemporary feel.
- High contrast was ensured for readability and accessibility across prolonged use.
Responsive Auto Layout
Leveraging Figma’s auto layout features, a flexible design system was built:
- Components were designed to adapt to varying content lengths and screen resolutions.
- Constraints and responsive design principles ensured the UI remained functional and visually appealing on both platforms.
By addressing these challenges with targeted solutions, the final design achieved a next-generation AI tool aesthetic that felt intuitive, engaging, and platform-appropriate, meeting the project’s goals effectively.
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