| UX DesignerEdit Inside
Researchers, scientists, and authors often struggle with language barriers and formatting requirements when preparing their manuscripts for publication. Non-native English speakers, in particular, face challenges ensuring their work meets professional standards. Existing platforms are not always intuitive for older professionals with limited time and technological expertise. There is a pressing need for a user-friendly platform that simplifies navigation, streamlines service selection, and ensures seamless interaction with subject-matter expert editors.
The goal of Edit Inside was to create a platform tailored to the needs of researchers and authors, focusing on simplicity and efficiency. By providing clear service descriptions, easy navigation, and personalized support, the platform aimed to empower users to submit their work confidently. Features like secure data handling, flexible payment modes, and access to experienced editors were prioritized to build trust and enhance usability.
Edit Inside was designed with a user-centric approach, focusing on the needs of professional researchers and authors. The platform offers easy-to-navigate interfaces, clear package descriptions, and an efficient quotation process. With competitive features like subject-matter expert editors, advanced data security, and diverse service plans (Publish-ready, Scientific, and Premium), the platform ensures a seamless and professional experience for users.
Edit Inside's competitive analysis reveals strengths and gaps by benchmarking against industry leaders Enago and Editage. Both platforms excel in professional editing services and user trust but differ in service personalization, navigation ease, and pricing transparency. Insights from their strengths and weaknesses informed Edit Inside's user-friendly and streamlined design approach.
For Edit Inside, the wireframes were designed to ensure a simple, intuitive experience. They focus on clear navigation, quick access to service packages, a seamless quotation process, and transparent editor profiles, addressing user needs effectively.
The user flow for Edit Inside prioritizes simplicity and clarity. Users start by selecting a service (Publish-ready, Scientific, or Premium) from a clearly displayed menu. After entering manuscript details, they receive a tailored quotation. Next, they are guided to review editor profiles, ensuring transparency. Payment and submission steps are streamlined, with clear instructions and secure data handling. The final step allows users to track their order status, ensuring a smooth and transparent process.
Through user interviews, we gained valuable insights that shaped the design of Edit Inside. Here are the key findings:
- Time Constraints: Most users, especially researchers and authors, are short on time and prefer a platform that minimizes the steps required to get a quotation or service.
- Clarity in Services: Clear descriptions of service packages and pricing are essential. Ambiguity often discourages users from proceeding further.
- Editor Transparency: Users highly value knowing the qualifications and expertise of the editors handling their manuscripts.
- Ease of Navigation: An intuitive and simple interface is critical, as many target users are not very tech-savvy and prefer straightforward navigation.
- Data Security: Authors and researchers emphasized the importance of secure handling of their manuscripts, considering the sensitive nature of their content.
- Trust in Expertise: Non-native English-speaking users prefer platforms that assure native, field-experienced editors for high-quality editing.
- Simplified Payment Options: Flexibility in payment methods, including international options, adds convenience and trust for global users.
- Personalization: Users appreciate being able to select specific editors or services tailored to their unique requirements.
These findings reinforced the need to create a user-friendly, transparent, and secure platform that resonates with the specific needs of researchers and authors.
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