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Why must a designer learn to write?
As a designer, a major part of my day apart from designing screens is communicating with different stakeholders, including clients, developers, my boss, or colleagues. Communicating my ideas and my thoughts effectively is a crucial part of my job. How does writing come into the picture? Almost 70% of all the communication I do…
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How to conduct a UX Audit?
A user just visited your website, checked out some of the products, added them to the cart, and dropped off just before the checkout. The website didn’t crash, and there were no technical glitches, yet this happens for many users. How would you know the reason? Whether it was the lack of payment methods, too…
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UX Writing: The Voice Behind Your Designs
A customer-centric approach and user-oriented interface are the words that we hear the most when talking about design or any other sphere of it. But can you achieve it if it doesn’t carry apt content with which a user can connect? The answer for me is an obvious no. There is a great saying,…
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What are the characteristics of an icon?
Icons are used as the means to communicate important information, via a symbol or an image. Like illustrations or typography, icons should also match the style and tone of the brand. There are a few characteristics of an icon that collectively form a part of well-designed icons. Clarity Icons should be understandable to the user…
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What is the Rule of Thirds in Imagery?
The rule of thirds is the most common rule used in a photographic composition. It is a useful rule to create balanced and interesting shots. When it comes to capturing the subject and the focused object, it is essential to learn about the composition of a picture. This is where the Rule of Thirds plays…
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What is a favicon? Definition & Examples
What are favicons?The small graphical representation of the website you are visiting, which is visible on the left to the website’s name in the address bar, is called a favicon. It is a shortened expression for ‘favorite icon.’ It helps you identify the visited website among the many open tabs. For example, The fancy P…
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What’s the Difference Between Iconography and Iconology
Iconography and iconology have long sparked debate and confusion, often blending in their definitions and creating a divide among scholars, designers, and historians alike. While both are central to understanding visuals and symbols, each carries its distinct purpose and approach. Iconography, broadly, refers to the study of images and symbols within a particular culture…
Rashika Ahuja
