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I think that virtually describes almost all progress bars. A better solution is a spinning wheel, because you don't need to figure out how long it would take. Y
by throwawayffffas 5y ago
I think that virtually describes almost all progress bars. A better solution is a spinning wheel, because you don't need to figure out how long it would take. You just have to make sure the spinning wheel ocassionally stops and starts again to give users a sense that it's connected to something.
- lelandfe 5y agoIndeterminate loading indicators are only appropriate for short load times. Anything longer and you definitely want to have something to inform the user of a timeline. Even if it’s a bit of a fib.