Element-android: Make it harder to accidentally call someone

Created on 3 Aug 2020  路  4Comments  路  Source: vector-im/element-android

Every other app immediately starts a call when pressing the button. I can't count the number of times I've seen someone accidentally press the button and start a call.

We can do better here and show a confirmation before starting the call so that it's harder to accidentally start a call when you're messaging someone. Alternatively, the option can be under a three-dot menu to make it harder to do accidentally.

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The call button are at the top of screen, so it is hard to tap on it accidentally. And as you said, every other app start call immediately. On Riot-Android there was a confirmation dialog, so I will add a setting to add the dialog for users who really want to.

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Good idea, but needs to be done right in order to not be annoying. People used to just tapping and calling will probably get frustrated with this. I think putting the call button within a 3-dot menu at the top of the chat room is a good idea, because it will get rid of the "quick action" feel and users then won't expect to call instantly but rather go though some steps. A confirmation can then also be added.

Good point, updated the issue to clarify the goal is to make accidental calls harder, and there are multiple ways to accomplish this.

Call must be a one tap action!

The call button are at the top of screen, so it is hard to tap on it accidentally. And as you said, every other app start call immediately. On Riot-Android there was a confirmation dialog, so I will add a setting to add the dialog for users who really want to.

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