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That sounds like a regression to me. A more visual experience isn't necessarily better - I and most people on this site probably prefer the compact list of text
by spoils19 4y ago
That sounds like a regression to me. A more visual experience isn't necessarily better - I and most people on this site probably prefer the compact list of text titles, since the information is easier to parse.
Filtering also limits search, not enhances it, as you are prevented from generically finding things, and now have to sort by filter.
- Psyladine 4y ago>I and most people on this site probably prefer the compact list of text titles, since the information is easier to parse. When the topics are as diverse & nuanced as hn feed, sure. When searching for lawnmower or car, 300 text listings of vehicles not so much.
- iudqnolq 4y agoOne of the defining characteristics of filters is that, unlike categories, you can just not select any if you want to see everything. This is true on craigslist, ebay, and every other website I can think of that has filtered product listings.