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Google Fit App

Introducing reminders to improve the frequency of vital measurements

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The problem

A team of designers created a tool to track vital health metrics such as users respiratory rate and heart rate, but inconsistent use made it less effective for healthcare professionals to monitor trends.

 

To solve this, I introduced strategic reminders, helping users track their vitals regularly and build a clearer picture of their overall health.

The process & team

As the sole UX designer on the project, I collaborated closely with a project manager to gather requirements and examined existing user research and pain points to devise a set of wireframes for testing.

 

Post approval from my UX manager at Google, we proceeded with the testing phase and ultimately moved forward with development based on the results.

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ROLE                      UX designer

DURATION             4 weeks

DEVICES                Mobile application

PROJECT               Research (competitor audit), wireframing,                                  UI design

DOWNLOADS        100+ million

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Designing entry points for users

Clear Entry Point via settings:

  • Added a dedicated reminder section in settings for easy access.

  • Users can add, edit, or delete reminders anytime.

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Seamless In-the-Moment Creation:

  • Implemented a reminder icon in the top right corner.

  • Appears immediately after a vital measurement for quick setup.

Adding reminders via settings

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Seamless in the moment creation

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How to set a reminder

When designing the reminder feature, several considerations were taken into account:

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  • Frequency of repetition (daily, weekly, etc.)

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  • Option to set start and end dates or keep the reminder running indefinitely

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  • Monthly reminders set on the 31st will repeat on the last day of the month

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  • Ability for users to enable or disable notifications.

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How reminders appear on ‘home’

Subtle & Accessible Placement:

  • Displayed as chips under the halo on the home screen.

  • Ensures visibility without disrupting the user experience.

Behaviour & Timing:

  • No fixed time—reminders appear when the user opens Google Fit on the set day.

  • If ignored, the reminder disappears after one day.

User Actions:

  • Close: Dismisses the reminder from the home screen.

  • Tap: Launches the measurement sequence.

Final thoughts

During my time at Beyond, I had the opportunity to work as a contracted UX designer at Google for a year, contributing to multiple projects, including the Fitbit app. This experience allowed me to collaborate with some of the most talented designers in the industry while tackling a diverse range of challenges across both Google and Fitbit. Working within such an innovative environment broadened my perspective, deepened my skill set, and reinforced my passion for creating seamless, user-centric experiences.

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