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User Manual

Kopano Phutiyagae edited this page Aug 1, 2023 · 23 revisions

Overview

FridgeToPlate is an easy-to-use app that helps you find recipes using the ingredients you already have in your fridge. It uses smart technology to suggest recipes based on your personal preferences and dietary restrictions, so you can cook meals that you'll love. With FridgeToPlate, you can make delicious and healthy food without having to spend a lot of time searching for recipes.

User Pages

Sign Up Recipe

The Sign Up page in an application enables new users to create their accounts and gain access to the application's features and functionalities. It serves as the initial step in the onboarding process, allowing users to register and establish their presence within the application. Users are typically prompted to provide their basic information, such as their name, email address, and a secure password. The page may also include additional fields to capture optional details, such as a profile picture or personal preferences. After submitting the required information, users may receive a verification email or undergo a validation process to ensure the authenticity of their account. The Sign Up page aims to provide a smooth and intuitive user experience, guiding new users through the registration process and welcoming them into the application's community.

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Login Recipe

The Login page in an application serves as a secure gateway for users to access their personalized accounts and enjoy a range of features and functionalities. Users are prompted to enter their credentials, typically a username or email address and a password, to authenticate their identity. The login process ensures that only authorized users can access their private information and interact with personalized settings and data. The page may also offer additional features such as password reset options or the ability to link social media accounts for a seamless login experience. With a user-friendly interface, the Login page provides a safe and convenient way for users to access their accounts and access the full suite of features and services provided by the application.

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Home

The Home page provides Featured Recipes that change according to the time of day. The idea is to showcase recipes that are relevant to the time of day and offer users a selection of recipes that they can prepare for their next meal. In the morning, the Featured Recipes section will display breakfast recipes, such as pancakes, waffles, smoothies, and egg dishes. During the day, the section will display lunch recipes, such as salads, sandwiches, and soups. In the evening, the section will display dinner recipes, such as casseroles, roasts, and pasta dishes. Finally, from 9 pm until 5 am, the section will display snack recipes, such as dips, chips, and finger foods.

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Recommend Recipe

The Recommend Recipes page in a recipe application provides users with personalized culinary suggestions based on the ingredients they enter. By inputting the ingredients they have on hand, users can explore a curated selection of recipes that utilize those ingredients. The page employs a sophisticated recommendation algorithm to analyze the input and generate relevant recipe suggestions. It takes into account factors such as ingredient compatibility, popularity, user ratings, and user preferences. Users can browse through a list of recommended recipes, view their detailed instructions, and even filter the results by various criteria like cuisine type, dietary restrictions, or cooking time. This functionality empowers users to make the most of their available ingredients, discover new and exciting recipes, and embark on delightful culinary adventures.

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Search

The FridgeToPlate provides users with a seamless and engaging recipe search experience, allowing them to effortlessly find their desired dishes by name. Moreover, the Search Page enhances this process by offering a wide array of recipe categories, catering to diverse tastes and culinary preferences. Users can easily explore categories like lunch, breakfast, dinner, snack, and dessert, ensuring they find recipes suitable for various meal times and occasions. The platform's thoughtful categorization ensures that users can navigate with ease and discover exciting new culinary possibilities for every part of their day. Additionally, the Recipe Recommendation feature offers personalized recipes based on the ingredients available in users' fridges, making their cooking journey even more enjoyable and efficient.

Category Search

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The FridgeToPlate offers a delightful variety of recipe categories, each catering to specific meal times and culinary preferences. Whether users are looking for a hearty lunch, a delightful breakfast, a satisfying dinner, a quick and tasty snack, or a delectable dessert, the platform has them covered. The lunch category presents a diverse range of options, perfect for midday meals that can be enjoyed at home, work, or on the go. The breakfast category offers a collection of energizing and wholesome recipes to kickstart the day. For dinner, users can explore an assortment of flavorful and comforting dishes that suit various tastes and dietary choices. The snack category presents an array of quick bites and treats, ideal for satisfying cravings between meals. Finally, the dessert category tempts users with indulgent and sweet creations to conclude any dining experience on a high note. With such a wide selection of categories, users can easily find recipes that match their preferences, making their culinary journey both exciting and enjoyable.

Search-Bar Search

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The search feature empowers users to find their desired recipes with ease and efficiency. Whether users are in search of a specific dish or simply looking for culinary inspiration, the search function simplifies the process. By allowing users to search recipes by name, they can quickly locate their favorite meals or explore new and exciting dishes. This feature saves time and ensures that users can access the recipes they crave without unnecessary hassle.

Recipe Details

The Recipe Details provides details of are a specific recipe. The details being the name, difficulty, tags, prep time, ingredients, number of servings, a list of ingredients needed for the recipe, the instruction that have to be follow to make the meal, and a review section. The review section allows users to add a review (a rating and description) to the recipe and also see other user's reviews for the recipe.

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Create Recipe

The Create Recipe page allows users to effortlessly craft and share their culinary creations. With this feature, users can input and organize key details such as recipe name, ingredients, measurements, cooking instructions, and preparation time. They can also specify and upload mouthwatering photos of the dish. The page offers a user-friendly interface, enabling users to easily format and customize their recipes with headings, bullet points, and numbered lists. Additionally, the Create Recipe page include a preview option, allowing users to review and make any necessary adjustments before publishing their delectable recipes for the wider community to discover and enjoy.

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Profile Recipe

The Profile page in an application is a centralized space where users can manage and customize their personal information and preferences. It serves as a hub for users to create and maintain their unique identity within the application. Users can typically update their profile picture, edit their name, provide contact information, and optionally add a bio or description. The page may also include settings for privacy and notification preferences, allowing users to customize their experience according to their preferences. Additionally, the Profile page may provide an overview of the user's activity within the application, such as their recipe collections, favorite recipes, or reviews. By offering a comprehensive and customizable profile management interface, the Profile page empowers users to personalize their experience and establish a unique presence within the application's community.

Tags

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Saved Tag: The user is able to see the user's craved saved recipes in the user's profile. For the convenience of the user, they can be sorted in an orderly manner. Meal Plan tag: The user can also select a meal plan for the day. Which enables user plan his or her day well, this encourages seamless experience Created tag: The user can also select a meal plan for the day. Which enables user plan his or her day well, this encourages seamless experience

Edit Profile

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Enables users to edit their profile details such as display name and email

Settings

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Allows users to change their settings such as toggle between dark and light mode, review notifications, view notifications, recommend notifications and change their passwords.

Change Password

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Allows users to change their password

Notifications

The notifications page is meant to enhance the overall user experience by centralizing all the more immediate functionality of the application. This is done by allowing the user an overview of their interactions with other users, specifically the reviews on their created recipes. It also gives an overview of their recommendations from the application based on their preferences and analytics data. These are grouped by General and Recommendations respectfully.

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