header and footer redesign

[ROHAN7051]

Description

Inconsistent font sizes or font styles across different sections of the website.

Steps to Reproduce

Visit the website:

Open PathSphere in a browser. Observe the Header:

Check the layout of the header (including the logo, navigation links, and any other elements). Resize the browser window to various widths (desktop, tablet, mobile) and observe how the header elements respond. Check if the header remains intuitive, visually appealing, and fully functional at different screen sizes. Verify if the logo or navigation elements overlap, get truncated, or lose alignment. Examine the current navigation experience. Is it easy to use? Do the links or drop-downs work as expected? Observe the Footer:

Scroll to the bottom of the page and examine the footer layout. Check for consistent and organized alignment of social media icons, copyright information, or any other links. Resize the browser window (desktop, tablet, mobile) and observe if the footer maintains proper alignment and layout. Verify if any text or elements in the footer are cut off, overlap, or misaligned. Check Usability and Design:

Evaluate the aesthetic quality of both the header and footer. Check if the color scheme and font used match the rest of the website and provide good readability. Verify if any important information is missing in the header (e.g., social media links) or the footer (e.g., privacy policy, terms, or more detailed contact info). Check Navigation:

Try interacting with the header’s navigation on different devices. For mobile devices, check if a hamburger menu appears and if it works as expected. These steps highlight areas where the header and footer might need improvements or adjustments in terms of design, functionality, or responsiveness.

Expected Behavior

Expected Behavior for Header and Footer Redesign:

Header:

1. Responsive Design:

   • The header should adapt seamlessly to various screen sizes (desktop, tablet, and mobile). The layout should adjust without overlapping, truncating, or misaligning elements.
   • On mobile devices, the navigation should collapse into a well-functioning hamburger menu that is easy to interact with.

2. Consistent Layout:

   • The logo, navigation links, and any additional elements should maintain proper alignment and spacing across all devices.
   • The logo should not become distorted or cut off, and the navigation links should be easily clickable without crowding.

3. Easy and Intuitive Navigation:

   • Navigation links should be clear, visible, and easy to use. Drop-down menus, if any, should function smoothly without glitches or disappearing too quickly.
   • All links should work properly and take users to the correct sections or pages without any errors.
   • On mobile, the hamburger menu should open and close correctly and provide the same navigation options as the desktop view.

4. Aesthetic and Readability:

   • The header design should complement the website’s overall theme, using appropriate fonts, colors, and padding.
   • Text within the header should be legible and have sufficient contrast for readability across all backgrounds and screen types.

Footer:

1. Responsive Layout:

   • The footer should also scale properly across all devices. It should maintain proper alignment of social media icons, text (e.g., copyright or contact info), and other links on both large and small screens.
   • On mobile, the footer should stack vertically to avoid clutter and ensure easy access to all information.

2. Consistent Styling:

   • The footer should use consistent fonts, colors, and spacing that match the overall design of the site.
   • Social media icons and text should be aligned properly and evenly spaced.

3. Complete Information:

   • The footer should include necessary elements like contact information, privacy policy, terms of service, and links to social media profiles.
   • All links should work as expected, taking users to the appropriate external or internal pages.

4. Good Aesthetic Design:

   • The footer should be visually appealing, maintaining proper contrast between background colors and text for easy readability.
   • Any logos or icons should scale correctly and retain clarity, even on high-resolution screens.

Overall:

• The header and footer should enhance the user experience, providing quick access to key areas of the site while maintaining a clean, professional design. Both sections should be functional, responsive, and aligned with the site’s branding.

Actual Behavior

Actual Behavior for Header and Footer (Based on Observation):

Header:

1. Lack of Responsive Design:

   • The header does not fully adjust to various screen sizes. On smaller screens (tablet and mobile), the navigation links or logo may overlap, become misaligned, or appear cut off.
   • There is no hamburger menu for mobile navigation, making it difficult to access the site’s links on smaller devices.

2. Inconsistent Layout:

   • The logo and navigation links may shift out of place or fail to maintain consistent spacing when the browser window is resized.
   • The header layout feels cluttered or disorganized on smaller screens, with elements appearing either too close together or improperly spaced.

3. Navigation Issues:

   • Navigation links are not fully intuitive or easy to access, especially on mobile devices. Some links might be difficult to click or overlap with other elements.
   • Dropdowns (if applicable) might not function smoothly or could disappear too quickly, leading to frustration when navigating the site.

4. Visual and Readability Issues:

   • The fonts or colors used in the header may not provide enough contrast for easy readability, especially on different screen backgrounds or under bright lighting conditions.
   • The design elements (like the logo or navigation text) could feel inconsistent with the overall website theme, leading to a mismatch in aesthetics.

Footer:

1. Non-Responsive Layout:

   • The footer does not resize or reorganize itself properly for different screen sizes. On smaller devices, text or icons might overlap or be cut off.
   • The footer feels cluttered on mobile devices, with elements not stacking vertically, which could make it hard to navigate or read.

2. Inconsistent Styling:

   • Fonts, colors, and icons in the footer might not match the overall design of the website. This leads to a disjointed appearance that reduces visual appeal.
   • Social media icons and text in the footer are not always evenly spaced or aligned, creating a sense of disorder.

3. Missing or Incomplete Information:

   • The footer lacks key information, such as privacy policies, terms of service, or detailed contact information.
   • Important links or social media profiles may be missing, non-functional, or hard to find.

4. Aesthetic Design Issues:

   • The footer may appear too plain or visually disconnected from the rest of the site, with little attention to the overall look and feel.
   • There might be poor contrast between background and text, making the footer content harder to read, especially on darker or lighter background colors.

Overall:

• The header and footer both struggle with responsiveness, alignment, and design consistency. They may not function smoothly across all devices, leading to a subpar user experience. Both sections lack coherence in design, and critical information or navigation options may be missing or difficult to access.

Screenshots

No response

Additional Information

No response

What browser are you seeing the problem on?

• [X] Firefox
• [X] Chrome
• [X] Safari
• [X] Microsoft Edge

Checklist

• [X] I have checked the existing issues
• [X] I have read the Contributing Guidelines
• [X] I want to work on this issue. (optional)

[github-actions[bot]]

Hi there! Thanks for opening this issue. We appreciate your contribution to this open-source project. We aim to respond or assign your issue as soon as possible.