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Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#32

Post by JKCalhoun »

ugh123 wrote: post #21

Really cool once I understood what was going on, it took me a real good while to figure out what to do. I guess "Draw on the pie" didn't mean anything to me. Maybe add a short playable gif explainer showing a snowflake being made quickly.

It's a little counter-intuitive for me to see results on the left when editing on right. Took me a bit to figure that out.

I would suggest you swap the left and right of the site.

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#33

Post by shalanah »

Diti wrote: post #24

Why is it restricted to Safari on iOS? I’m using Orion, which is Webkit-based too.

Oh wow both Orion + Arc on iOS have the same UA as Safari and are testing positive for SFSafariViewController (an experimental test).

I'll look into other ways to not confuse SFSVC with these browsers.

Interestingly - downloads on Arc work really well but they are poorly done in Orion (open in a new window without clear option to download).

I use inappdebugger.com for testing exit links, UA, downloads etc.

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#34

Post by shalanah »

sillyboi wrote: post #30

I just wanted to say how delighted I am with your web app! This is fantastic idea, and the execution is top-notch. It is incredibly user-friendly and intuitive. It has all the essential features needed to create beautiful and unique snowflakes. This really helps and makes the process of creating snowflakes easy and enjoyable. Your app is a wonderful way to lift spirits and get into the holiday mood! Thank you for cre…

So glad you enjoy it! And yes, I love web apps too!

Happy holidays + New Year!

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#35

Post by shalanah »

WillAdams wrote: post #29

While I asked: Possible to add export as an SVG? noting: That would make it useful for using a design on a CNC or lasercutter. That feature, as noted below is present --- click on the [>] button to go to a second page where these features are present.

You can download as SVG! There is a screenshot JPG, fold + cut template PDF, and simple shape SVG download on the site.

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#36

Post by WillAdams »

shalanah wrote: post #35
WillAdams wrote: post #29

While I asked: Possible to add export as an SVG? noting: That would make it useful for using a design on a CNC or lasercutter. That feature, as noted below is present --- click on the [>] button to go to a second page where these features are present.

You can download as SVG! There is a screenshot JPG, fold + cut template PDF, and simple shape SVG download on the site.

My apologies, I missed that --- edited my post above to reflect your explanation.

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#37

Post by monocularvision »

shalanah wrote: post #33
Diti wrote: post #24

Why is it restricted to Safari on iOS? I’m using Orion, which is Webkit-based too.

Oh wow both Orion + Arc on iOS have the same UA as Safari and are testing positive for SFSafariViewController (an experimental test). I'll look into other ways to not confuse SFSVC with these browsers. Interestingly - downloads on Arc work really well but they are poorly done in Orion (open in a new window without clear option to download). I use inappdebugger.com for testing exit links, UA, downloads etc.

I am curious: what about SFSVC interferes with the functionality of the site?

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#38

Post by shalanah »

monocularvision wrote: post #37
shalanah wrote: post #33

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Oh wow both Orion + Arc on iOS have the same UA as Safari and are testing positive for SFSafariViewController (an experimental test). I'll look into other ways to not confuse SFSVC with these browsers. Interestingly - downloads on Arc work really well but they are poorly done in Orion (open in a new window without clear option to download). I use inappdebugger.com for testing exit links, UA, downloads etc.

I am curious: what about SFSVC interferes with the functionality of the site?

Downloads are really clunky in SFSVC. You can do them, but it takes like 3 actions compared to iOS Safari. I've gotten lots of complaints on another site I have that does on-the-fly blob (Object URL) downloads that users don't understand it.

Here's a snapshot: https://bsky.app/profile/shalanah.bsky.social/post/3las76tpl...

Re: Show HN: Super Snowflake Maker

#39

Post by monocularvision »

shalanah wrote: post #38
monocularvision wrote: post #37

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I am curious: what about SFSVC interferes with the functionality of the site?

Downloads are really clunky in SFSVC. You can do them, but it takes like 3 actions compared to iOS Safari. I've gotten lots of complaints on another site I have that does on-the-fly blob (Object URL) downloads that users don't understand it. Here's a snapshot: https://bsky.app/profile/shalanah.bsky.social/post/3las76tpl...

Thanks for the response!
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