Overview

I would like to propose adding an interactive user profile image feature to Voyager for Lemmy, enhancing the user experience when viewing other users’ profiles.

Detailed Functionality

  1. Tappable Profile Image Section

    • When users tap on a username and navigate to the profile page, add a dedicated section for the profile image.
    • This section should be prominently displayed and easily accessible.

  2. Expandable Image View

    • Implement a feature allowing users to click/tap on the profile image to expand it to a larger view.
    • The expanded view should occupy a significant portion of the screen for better visibility.

  3. Mobile Zoom Functionality

    • On mobile devices, enable pinch-to-zoom functionality for the expanded profile image.
    • This allows users to examine profile pictures in greater detail.

  4. Desktop Zoom Controls

    • For desktop users, add a dedicated zoom control bar.
    • Include buttons or a slider for zooming in and out of the profile image.

User Experience Benefits

  • Improved user engagement with profile content
  • Enhanced ability to view and appreciate user avatars and profile pictures
  • Consistent functionality across mobile and desktop platforms

Implementation Considerations

  • Ensure smooth transitions when expanding/collapsing images
  • Optimize image loading to maintain performance
  • Consider privacy settings that might affect image visibility

I personally believe that this feature would significantly enhance user interaction and personalization within the Voyager for Lemmy platform.

Perhaps something like this:

(Source: Summit for Lemny)