Better Utilization of Screen Space (UX)
The product variant management page in Shopware 6 wastes significant screen space on larger monitors, forcing unnecessary horizontal and vertical scrolling. The table is too narrow and doesn’t adapt to the available screen size, making key information harder to access.
Proposed Solution:
- Dynamically resize the table to fill the available screen space.
- Add options for compact view and column customization.
- Enable full-screen mode for data-intensive pages. These changes will enhance usability, save time, and improve the user experience.
Problem Description:
The current user interface of the Shopware 6 product variant management page does not efficiently utilize the available screen space ("real estate") on larger monitors. As shown in the provided screenshot, key issues include:
Wasted Horizontal Space: Despite having significant unused space on the left and right margins, the main table displaying product variants is confined to a narrow section of the screen. This results in truncated or hidden information that requires unnecessary scrolling, especially horizontally.
Limited Vertical Display: Similarly, the vertical space is underutilized. Only a small number of variants are visible at one time, forcing users to scroll repeatedly to view or edit the entire list.
Horizontal Scrolling for Key Information: Important columns, such as media previews and additional details, require horizontal scrolling to access. This disrupts the workflow, especially when reviewing large datasets or making bulk edits.
Suggested Solution:
Dynamic Table Resizing:
The width of the table should dynamically adjust based on the screen resolution and browser window size. Allow the table to expand horizontally to fill the available space, minimizing the need for scrolling.
Adjustable Row Height or Compact View:
Introduce a "compact view" or allow users to adjust row heights, enabling more rows to be visible at once in the table without excessive scrolling.
Column Customization and Visibility Toggle:
Allow users to customize which columns are displayed and their order. This flexibility would let users prioritize the most relevant information and avoid unnecessary horizontal scrolling.
Full-Screen Mode for Data-Intensive Pages:
Implement a full-screen mode for data-intensive pages, such as product variant management. This feature would temporarily hide sidebars and headers, maximizing the display area for the main content.
Responsive Design Improvements:
Enhance the responsive behavior of tables to make better use of large monitors while still ensuring usability on smaller devices.
User Benefits: These changes would improve efficiency and usability for users managing large datasets, reducing unnecessary scrolling and clicks. It aligns with modern UI/UX standards and ensures a smoother, more professional experience for Shopware 6 users.