Machinist Toolv1.3.1
Released May 28, 2019Major
Android
The latest major update for Machinist Tool resulted in a rating decline from 5.0 to 3.86 stars on Android. While the material cross reference chart provides value, the integration of resource links and layout changes disrupted core calculator functionality. The net impact is negative due to these interface regressions.
What changed
- New featureAdded a material cross reference chart
- LocalizationAdded additional translations
- ContentAdded link to resources app
- PerformanceVarious bug fixes
Reception
38/ 100 impact scoreNegative
What worked
New feature
Users identify the material cross reference chart as a source of technical utility.
What didn't
Content
backfiredThe addition of external resource links obscures primary calculation outputs on the main interface.
Performance
backfiredAdjustments to button dimensions and layout visibility created usability barriers for the calculator.
Marlvel takeaways
- Relocate the resource link to a secondary menu to restore visibility of primary calculation results.
- Revert calculator button dimensions to previous specifications to address reported layout regressions.
- Monitor user feedback closely as the current sample size of seven reviews remains insufficient for definitive performance validation.
Original release notes
Added a material cross reference chart, additional translations, link to our resources app, and various bug fixes