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> I used to believe that the "please rate my app"-popup was bad ux. Now I know why it's used.

It doesn't make it any better ux though. FYI, the way to make them stop is to say 'yes i'll write a review', wait for the app store to load, and then close it. They usually won't prompt you again.

> I'd think the same pattern applies to GD. Why would I write a review when satisfied with my work? I'd have no reason to even visit GD.

If you're highly engaged with your company and have positive feelings, you may want it to look better to people considering working with you.



> It doesn't make it any better ux though. FYI, the way to make them stop is to say 'yes i'll write a review', wait for the app store to load, and then close it. They usually won't prompt you again.

No, I didn't mean that it somehow turned into great ux. I meant that I understand the rationale behind it nowadays.




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