Take the 2-minute tour ×  I have an existing windows
application, for which I have decided to create a Mac version.
The problem is that the current UI involves a lot of buttons,
tabbed panels, multiple windows etc.  This UI had been rated as
intuitive and easy to use and straightforward by many customers
and editors. But a beginner (very less experience) may find in
confusing a little, but it has been complemented with tutorial.
When creating the Macintosh variant, should I focus on creating
a simplified and minimalistic UI (this does not mean the current
UI is complex, but I think Mac user's prefer a simple UI right?)
or should I try to copy the exact same thing?  By reducing the
UI some of the features may be missing. But it can be added
later if needed. Should I focus on a fresh approach (this is
easier rather than copying the complex UI pattern) or should I
go with the old recognized setup?  share|improve this question
What is your backend? –  World Engineer Dec 9 '13 at 5:17
@WorldEngineer what do you m