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Would you want a Bootstrap/Page Editor that works on Mobile?

Most editors of any kind are overwhelmingly optimized for Desktop, be it photo editor, webpage editor, document editor, etc. Drag-and-drop is tried and true, but could it be improved upon?

My hypothesis is yes, with a tap-based interface.

For the past 6 months I've been working and reworking a tap-based bootstrap/page editor, where user interactions are mostly through taps (or just mouse clicks), and the editor view is responsive (most editors do not render well on mobile). The reduced input dimensions greatly decreases cognitive load and made editing faster, at the expense of flexibility. The decreased screen real-estate on a mobile device also means that it'd be harder to use the editor to design for Desktop sized screens, but this can be compensated for with properly tuned template blocks.

So the value propositions are:

  1. You need only your smartphone to create a website; no desktop needed.
  2. Reduced cognitive load due to reduced input dimensionality.
  3. End-result is mobile-first.
  4. Real-time collaborative editing.
  5. Real-time preview on many devices (a consequence of v.p. #4)

My prototypes have fulfilled these value propositions to varying extent, but before I begin MVP development in earnest, I'd like to know if Indiehackers see value in a bootstrap/page editor that works on mobile.

Thank you!

on August 29, 2019
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    I'd use something to help edit pages. A lightweight solution that I can use to update text on a page. For me, I'm thinking of my links page and now page. Maybe also work with a git repo.

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      When you said work with a git repo, did you mean that the editor could detect changes in the repo and update the pages with said changes?
      Or do you mean provide git functionality (like push/update/pull) right from within the editor itself?

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        More like functionality within the editor. If I make a change in the editor to the page, the repo can reflect the new changes.

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          This is a great idea. I was very preoccupied with the editor itself and did not think of third party integration. I could use some beta testers for feedback! Do you mind if I email you with follow-up questions or updates? Thank you!

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            I don't mind! And I just started using/learning repositories and version tracking for my projects so it's on my mind on how to use it effectively/properly.

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              Thank you David! Is this for Randomhiit? It looks great! Pardon my unsolicited suggestion, but what would make it even better is the app reading out the name of the upcoming exercise and the time left. That way I wouldn't have to look at the screen :)
              Oh also a big screen version with customizable workout playlist would be great for gym trainers I imagine.

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                No, for a different site that I update more frequently.

                Yes, more audio cues, photo/video examples and more customization are things I'd like to tackle. But as is, I'm using it and loving the quick workouts. Which is really why I made it.

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    Yes, definitely. Just yesterday I was browsing the app store to see if there was anything as you described, but could not find anything satisfying. I'd be willing to pay a sum in the ballpark of 19.99€ for such an application. Make it and I'll buy it! :)

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      Thanks for expressing interest! Some more questions for you, if you don't mind:

      1. Do you host your own site?
      2. If it were a monthly subscription (to sustain ongoing updates, bug fixes, templates, backend maintenance, real-time capability), what is the amount you're willing to pay for?
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        I don’t mind at all! :)

        1. Yes, I usually host my own websites (either on Google Cloud Platform or on Linode)
        2. If it were a monthly subscription (I would prefer the one-time purchase, but the subscription model would not be a deal breaker. Let’s say that if it were a monthly subscription I would be less inclined to make an impulse buy and I would research more your competitors/alternatives. Anyway, that’s me, for other people it may be the exact opposite) I would be willing to pay up in the range which goes from 9.99€/mo up to 19.99€/mo, depending on the amount of templates/assets/exporting capabilities.
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          Got it! Would you mind if I email you with follow-up questions and updates? I don't see your contact in your bio, so feel free to DM/email me if you don't mind at all.