Navbar and Dark Mode Toggle Overhaul

Use Case

The current navbar design and dark mode toggle are outdated and need improvement to create a more professional and user-friendly interface. This feature aims to:

• Refactor the navbar design to closely resemble the original Accord Project Website.
• Implement smoother and more polished transitions and interactions.
• Improve the dark mode toggle to be more visually appealing and functional.

Possible Solution

• Navbar Changes:

  • Update navbar items with icons for better clarity and visual appeal.
  • Add smooth hover effects for interactive feedback.
  • Ensure all navbar items open in a new tab to maintain the user’s current flow.
  • Make the navbar fully responsive for mobile and desktop layouts.

• Dark Mode Toggle:

  • Redesign the dark mode toggle to be more professional with a smooth rectangular bar.
  • Ensure clear visibility of the toggle button and icons in both dark and light modes.
  • Improve the color contrast and animation transitions for smoother toggling between modes.

Context

The existing design was not up to standard, and improvements were needed to make the UI look more modern and polished. The project would greatly benefit from enhanced usability and consistency, ensuring that the design is both visually appealing and user-friendly for all users.

Detailed Description

• Navbar: The navbar is redesigned with icons for each menu item and now includes smooth hover effects. Items open in a new tab to ensure a seamless experience for the user. The navbar is also fully responsive, which means it will work on both desktop and mobile devices.

• Dark Mode Toggle: The toggle bar has been redesigned with a more professional rounded rectangular shape, making it smoother and more user-friendly. The visibility of the toggle knob and icons is improved, ensuring it is clearly visible in both dark and light modes. Additionally, the toggle now has a more polished transition, making the user experience much more seamless.

Preview Suggestion

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This update will make the interface look more modern and enhance the overall user experience, especially for new users and those using the project on different devices.