Summary
Wireframes are a fantastic place to start learning UI Design. They are simple, yet powerful. Harnessing proper UI design principles within your wireframes will allow you to transform your simple sketches into artifacts you can use for user research or kickkstart development. In this session Billy will demonstrate a few simple tips to take your wireframes or designs to the next level.
Key Insights
-
•
Hierarchy is crucial for guiding users' focus in digital interfaces.
-
•
Visual hierarchy can be achieved using color contrast, scale, and spacing.
-
•
Alignment helps structure content for better scanning and comprehension.
-
•
Clarity in design reduces cognitive load on users.
-
•
The squint test is a useful technique for evaluating design effectiveness.
-
•
Good designs promote intuitive user interactions with familiar patterns.
-
•
Effective spacing can enhance the visibility of key elements.
-
•
Using grids helps maintain proper alignment and proportionality in layout.
-
•
Simplifying content creates a clearer understanding of user actions.
-
•
Design should prioritize user needs and minimize unnecessary complexity.
Notable Quotes
"Mastering visual hierarchy is the first step in creating an effective UI."
"Designing for our subconscious allows us to interact more seamlessly with interfaces."
"White space draws attention; it helps elements stand out."
"Using grids is one of the first things you learn in design school."
"Alignment anchors the eye, making it easier to choose what to look at."
"You can use grid systems to manage layout in both web pages and applications."
"Clarity means the interface behaves in a way that users expect."
"Removing unnecessary content increases clarity of action."
"Good design principles should be followed regardless of the technology used."
"Misalignment adds to cognitive load."
More Videos
"Disability isn't a problem with a person; it's about the systems and environments we create."
Samuel ProulxInvisible barriers: Why accessible service design can’t be an afterthought
December 3, 2024
"Every organization has the opportunity to change and alter its ways."
Victor UdoewaTheme One Intro
March 27, 2023
"Profit is revenues minus costs; focusing on these can help measure our contributions."
Gonzalo GoyanesDesign ROI: Cover a Little, Get a Lot
September 8, 2022
"It's important for designers to rethink their savior complex."
Alexandra SchmidtWhy Ethics Can't Save Tech
November 18, 2022
"We have to constantly communicate what we're doing and prioritize our efforts."
Jose CoronadoFrom Zero to Hero
September 8, 2022
"Imagine the good we can do if we can reach more people."
Pippa LomasPaving the Path for Neurodiversity in Design
October 4, 2023
"Finding a community of fellow travelers can provide support and motivation in climate work."
Louis Rosenfeld Matt Jones Olga Khroustaleva Michael Leggett Karol MunozDo you want to work on climate? (Climate UX Discussion Series)
November 15, 2023
"The best organizations are the ones where design is part of the organizational value."
Jeff GothelfThe Intersection of Lean and Design
January 10, 2019
"When we talk about success, we're not necessarily defining it; it’s often the businesses that don’t."
Dave GrayGroup Activity: Making Sense of DesignOps
November 7, 2017
