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Re: Ask HN: Launched my free app, now what?

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I agree on the ugly factor. A simple, temporary fix might be to center everything (after moving the "just drag.." text below the two subtitles near the logo). Some things are aligned left, some centered, doesn't flow well. Also, the logo (specifically the font used) is very 90s. Pick something cleaner.

Boo. Don't center everything.

Its a 4 second fix that makes it look better. It's not a recommendation for common practice or a long term solution.

You're telling me this doesn't look better than it currently is: http://i34.tinypic.com/2iaelav.jpg

Re: Ask HN: Launched my free app, now what?

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I too would like advice on how to find a UI designer to clean up an existing site without paying a fortune?

Designers are not all super expensive. I'd recommend hitting your regional Craigslist and posting on there, ask for resume / portfolios, and negotiate a price. Tip #1: Pay them, and make it clear you'll pay them. Designers get shit upon so much and get all sorts of 'hey just do this design for me to build your portfolio' - 99% of them are sick of hearing that. Tip #2: Have a clear vision of what you want. The quick w…

"Here are my goals. How can we achieve them?" is a great way to start a dialogue with a potential designer without 'coaching' them or designing-by-proxy.
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