TikTok
Progress Bar
2022
Product
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Launched in 2021, this features was a much anticipated quality update.
How does it work?
When not triggered, the progress bar remains small.
Hold down the circle to scrub through the video. Video UI temporarily disappears to display duration.
Dragging the progress bar at the bottom of a video is a very basic functionality of any video player.
This feature is frequently used especially when the video is playing a part users are not interested in; it also meets the needs of users when they want to replay a part they missed or they want to watch again. In addition, when TikTok began introducing more longer form videos, this feature became vital for users.
Design
Inactive
Progress bar remains small but ready to be scrubbed.
Drag
Video UI disappears, time stamp appears in the middle.
Release
Progress bar moved back to the original location.
Indicator
Indicator
Progress Bar:
Precision and Convenience in Viewing
The progress bar was a much needed feature, especially with TikTok rolling out and pushing more long form content to users.
Users need to have an appropriate scrollable area for their thumb so they don’t accidentally press the tappable areas surrounding such as the tab bar or music area.
Displaying the timestamp allows users to easily scroll to the point in the video they wish to view.
