Why do some mobile sign-up flows feel so much longer than others?
I often find myself wondering about the psychological aspect of mobile sign-up flows. It's not just about the number of fields, but how long the entire process feels. Some apps let you breeze through, while others, despite having what seems like a similar number of steps, just drag on forever. I've definitely abandoned sign-ups because of that feeling of endlessness. What do you think contributes most to that feeling of a 'long' sign-up process, even when it might technically be short?
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You've hit on a really insightful point about the feeling of a sign-up process versus the actual length. I came across a great piece that explores exactly this: what makes an Aviator sign-up flow feel easy on a small screen. It explains that people don't just count fields; they react to how heavy the process feels from one screen to the next. Desktop forms can hide flaws, but on mobile, every weak point is exposed, from tiny text to buttons that are too close. The article emphasizes that a good sign-up page shows only the next useful action, not overwhelming the user with too many choices. Fewer required fields at the start, one clear action per screen, and fast movement are key to making it feel shorter. You can read the full breakdown here: https://callbombers.net/what-makes-an-aviator-sign-up-flow-feel-easy-on-a-small-screen/