How to Design Software With Weight

February 26, 2026

TL;DR

The design of the Monologue iOS app aimed to create a tactile and touchable user experience.
Inspiration for the design came from studying vintage radios, collaborating with musicians on sound design, and observing real-world objects like light switches.
The core focus areas for the iOS app were the onboarding flow, the keyboard, and a recorder for long-form notes.
A deliberate choice was made to prioritize design quality in these key user interaction areas, while other features were adapted from the existing Mac desktop app.
An exploratory design process involved creating numerous concepts, even those deemed incorrect, to clarify what the desired outcome should be.
The final keyboard design was an amalgamation of the strongest elements identified from a competitive internal design process.

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