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Summary: Effective icons depend on recognizability and interpretation. Evaluate them with methods appropriate for your specific research questions Icon Usability Effective icons can increase usability by helping users understand and interpret available functionality. However, when poorly implemented, they harm usability and introduce confusion. In Digital Icons That Work, I emphasize the importance of two variables […]
Summary: Sneaking is a deceptive practice that includes three main patterns: forced continuity, hidden costs, and sneak into basket. Deceptive patterns are often employed to boost business growth, but they come at the expense of transparency and customer trust. This article discusses three types of deceptive patterns that all fall under the umbrella of sneaking. […]
You can’t overstate the importance of accessible website design. By the same token, bottom-up philosophies are crucial in modern site-building. A detail-oriented approach makes it easier to serve a more diverse audience along several fronts. Making the most of this opportunity will both extend your reach to new niches and make the web a more […]
Step into the world of vibrant visuals and unstoppable creativity with best graphic laptops in my expertly curated list of the 10 Best HP Laptops for Graphic Designers! Whether you’re crafting stunning visuals or bringing imaginative concepts to life, discover how these powerhouse HP laptops for graphic design can elevate your design game to new […]
Go behind the scenes with Björn Ottosson, the Swedish engineer who created Oklab color space, and discover how he developed a simple yet effective model with good hue uniformity while also handling lightness and saturation well — and is “okay” to use. Oklab is a new perceptual color space supported in all major browsers created […]
Post your portfolio or something else you've designed to receive a critique. Generally, users who include additional context and explanations receive more (and better) feedback. Critiquers: Feedback should be supported with best practices, personal experience, or research! Try to provide reasoning behind your critiques. Those who post don't only your opinion, but guidance on how […]
Are you beginning your UX career and have questions? Post your questions below and we hope that our experienced members will help you get them answered! Posting Tips Keep in mind that readers only have so much time (Provide essential details, Keep it brief, Consider using headings, lists, etc. to help people skim). Search before […]
Could there be a better way to celebrate the beginning of a new month than with a collection of desktop wallpapers? We’ve got some eye-catching designs to sweeten up your October. Enjoy! The leaves are shining in the most beautiful colors and pumpkins are taking over the front porches. It’s time to welcome the spookiest […]
Summary: Discovery is challenging; it can be hard to know what to research, how to do discovery as a team, and how to get buy-in. Follow these 7 tips for smoother discovery efforts. Discovery is one of the most challenging parts of the design process because it’s filled with unknowns. The problem you want to […]
Summary: AI can speed up certain research tasks but is currently most helpful in the planning and analysis stages. This article focuses on how publicly available AI tools can help UX researchers in their studies. You’ll want to use your AI tools more heavily for certain stages of research projects and avoid them for others. […]