Drag - and - drop seating charts: patterns that work
A tour of layout patterns that reduce friction for hosts and planners.
Why touch - first matters
Seat Maker optimizes for thumb reach and immediate feedback. On mobile devices, the most comfortable regions are at the bottom of the screen - our controls live there and provide instant haptic cues.
Reducing drag distance and avoiding accidental long - presses are key to a forgiving, fun experience for planners who are often on the go.
Effective patterns
- Snap to table with gentle magnetic thresholds
- Hold to duplicate, with an inline counter
- Context actions near the finger, not hidden menus
Implementation details
We store layout state in a lightweight model and commit after inertia settles. This keeps the app responsive and avoids layout thrash during reorder operations.
What to try next
We are exploring AI suggestions for constraints and guest placement - always with an “explain” step so users can trust recommendations.
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