There’s a pattern that’s haunted web design for over a decade now—one so embedded in our collective workflow that questioning it feels almost heretical.The full-bleed hero image.You know it. You’ve designed it. Hell, you probably default to it in Figma…
Let’s get one uncomfortable truth out of the way: web design is no longer about aesthetics, usability, or even user experience. Those noble goals have been quietly pushed aside. The new frontier? Profiling. Not in the “know your audience” sense. We’re talking…
Something Missing on Your Landing Page? It’s Probably This.You’ve been there. Staring at your landing page thinking, “It’s fine, but… something’s off.” That something? It’s probably social proof.You know—those glowing testimonials, user counts, recognizable logos, Slack shoutouts, tweet screenshots, five-star reviews, Product Hunt upvotes……
Cognitive load has become the web design equivalent of “eat your vegetables”—everyone knows it’s important, and we all try to do it, but sometimes it feels like we’re trying to stuff an entire kale salad into a single bite.Sure, reducing…
Off-screen menus, often represented in their most common form as the hamburger menu, have become a staple of modern user interface (UI) design. However, their implementation and effectiveness are not without debate.Two different opinions in the field—Jason Bradberry of Piccalilli and the Nielsen…
Alright, let’s dive deep, and I mean real deep. The idea of reducing friction in web design is one that gets tossed around so often, you’d think it was some sort of sacred mantra.But here’s the thing: it’s not always…
Error alerts are a crucial part of any software or system, serving as the interface between a program and its user when things go wrong. However, poorly designed error alerts can frustrate users, hinder productivity, and create a negative impression…
In an age where digital distractions seem to multiply by the minute, Opera has launched Opera Air, a browser that sets itself apart by promoting mindfulness alongside productivity.With integrated features like guided meditations, breathing exercises, and stretch reminders, Opera Air…
July 10, 2024 First impressions online are made in just a few seconds, so nailing your web design is crucial. Among the many elements to play with, one stands out for its universal appeal and psychological impact: human faces. From…
Users are faced with decision-making on websites every day. The decision-making process can be far more complex than it appears, and poor decision-making can lead to user dissatisfaction, decreased sales, and damage to brand value. For this reason, it’s imperative…