If you’ve tried to zoom in on a Glide app and found that it doesn’t work, that’s because Glide apps are Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), and by design, PWAs do not support zooming.
Why Are Glide Apps Not Zoomable?
Glide apps function as PWAs, which are optimized for mobile and desktop experiences. Unlike regular websites, PWAs prioritize responsive design and app-like behavior, meaning:
They scale automatically to fit different screen sizes.
Zooming is typically disabled to maintain a consistent user experience across devices.
Why Can I Zoom on the Glide Homepage?
If you’ve noticed that the Glide homepage or other Glide web pages allow zooming, it’s because they are standard web apps, not PWAs.
Web apps run like regular websites in a browser.
They follow standard browser behaviors, including zooming capabilities.
Glide apps, on the other hand, are designed as PWAs, where zooming is typically restricted.
Alternative Solutions
If you need better readability in a Glide app, you can:
✅ Use the device’s accessibility settings to adjust text size.
✅ View the app on a larger screen for better visibility.
✅ Request UI adjustments within the app to improve readability.
Since Glide apps are built to automatically adapt to different screen sizes, most users find them readable without the need for zooming. However, if zooming is critical for your use case, consider providing feedback to the Glide community for future improvements! 🚀