Enatega App: Fix Sort Filter Removal On Restaurant Page
Hey everyone! Today, we're diving into a specific bug encountered in the Enatega Customer Application. It's a tricky one that affects the user experience on the restaurant page, specifically concerning the 'Sort' filter. Let's break down the issue, how to reproduce it, the expected behavior, and more.
Understanding the Sort Filter Bug
The core problem is that the Sort filter in the restaurant page isn't removable once it's been applied. Imagine you're browsing restaurants and decide to sort them by rating or price. You select a filter, but then you change your mind or want to see the restaurants in their default order. Unfortunately, the current implementation doesn't allow you to deselect or remove the applied Sort filter. This can be frustrating for users who want to explore different sorting options or simply revert to the original view.
This issue directly impacts user experience because it limits flexibility and control. Users should be able to easily experiment with different filters and revert to the default view without hassle. A non-removable Sort filter forces users to potentially close the app or navigate away from the restaurant page, disrupting their flow and potentially leading to dissatisfaction. Addressing this bug is crucial for maintaining a smooth and user-friendly application.
Furthermore, the inability to remove the Sort filter can lead to inaccurate or incomplete search results. If a user inadvertently applies a Sort filter and cannot remove it, they might miss restaurants that would have otherwise been displayed. This can lead to a perception that the app isn't functioning correctly, potentially damaging the user's trust in the platform. Therefore, ensuring the Sort filter is easily removable is essential for data integrity and providing users with a comprehensive view of available options.
Beyond the immediate usability concerns, this bug can also reflect poorly on the overall quality of the application. Users often judge apps based on their responsiveness and intuitiveness. A seemingly small issue like a non-removable filter can create the impression of a less polished or less thoroughly tested product. Fixing this bug demonstrates a commitment to user experience and attention to detail, ultimately enhancing the app's reputation and user satisfaction.
How to Reproduce the Bug
If you want to see this bug in action, here’s how you can reproduce it:
- Go to the Enatega Customer Application: Launch the app on your device.
- Navigate to 'Restaurants': Look for the menu buttons and tap on 'Restaurants'. This will open the restaurant listing page, where you'll see various filters.
- Open Filters: All the available filters should be displayed. This is where you'll find the Sort filter.
- Apply the Sort Filter: Specifically, select the Sort filter and choose a sorting option (e.g., rating, price).
- Try to Remove the Filter: Once the filter is applied, attempt to remove it. You'll notice that there's no clear way to deselect the filter. Tap on it again, try to clear it – nothing seems to work!
- Observe the Error: The Sort filter remains active, and you can't remove it through the standard user interface interactions.
Expected Behavior
The expected behavior is quite simple: once a Sort filter is applied, tapping on it again (or a clear button) should remove the filter. Users should have the ability to toggle the filter on and off with ease. This intuitive interaction is common in most applications with filtering features, and it's what users naturally expect.
A single tap or click should be sufficient to deselect the Sort filter, returning the restaurant list to its default ordering. This functionality ensures that users can quickly switch between different sorting preferences and view the restaurant listings in various ways. The absence of this simple feature creates unnecessary friction and detracts from the overall user experience.
Furthermore, providing clear visual feedback when a filter is applied or removed is crucial. For example, the Sort filter button could change color or display an icon to indicate its active state. When the filter is deselected, this visual cue should disappear, confirming to the user that the filter has been successfully removed. This type of feedback helps prevent confusion and ensures that users are always aware of the current filtering state.
In addition to tapping the filter itself, a dedicated "Clear Filters" button could be implemented to remove all applied filters at once. This would provide an even more convenient way for users to reset the restaurant list to its default view. Such a feature would be especially helpful if multiple filters have been applied, as it avoids the need to deselect each filter individually.
Visual Evidence: Screenshots
Unfortunately, no screenshots were provided in the original bug report. However, if we had them, they would ideally show:
- The restaurant page with the Sort filter applied.
- The attempted interaction to remove the filter (e.g., tapping the filter again).
- The lack of change, demonstrating the bug.
Visual aids are incredibly helpful for developers to quickly understand the issue and how it manifests on the screen.
Device Information
The bug report mentions the following fields for device information:
- Device: [e.g. Infinix Hot 50]
- OS: [e.g. Android]
- Browser: [e.g. Application]
- Version: [e.g. 14]
This information is critical for developers because it helps them narrow down the potential causes of the bug. Certain bugs might only appear on specific devices, operating systems, or application versions. Knowing these details allows developers to replicate the issue in a controlled environment and test the fix thoroughly.
For example, if the bug is specific to Android version 14 on Infinix Hot 50 devices, developers can focus their testing efforts on this particular configuration. This targeted approach saves time and resources, leading to a more efficient bug-fixing process.
The fact that the "Browser" is listed as "Application" indicates that the issue is likely occurring within the native Enatega Customer Application, rather than a web-based version accessed through a browser. This distinction is important because native applications have different architectures and development considerations compared to web applications.
Conclusion
The inability to remove the Sort filter in the Enatega Customer Application is a significant usability issue that needs to be addressed. By understanding the bug, how to reproduce it, the expected behavior, and the importance of device information, developers can efficiently resolve this problem and improve the user experience. Keep an eye out for updates to the app, guys, and hopefully, this pesky bug will be squashed soon! This fix will make the app more user-friendly and ensure everyone can easily find their favorite restaurants. We will provide updates as we fix the bug.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.