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In April 2024 Firefox 125 and Chrome 124 became stable. This post looks at the new features added to the web platform.
While completing a form isn’t usually a particularly fun task for a user, it is often a necessary step of a process. For example, a user might be asked to fill out a short form with payment details to buy an item or they might have to complete a form as part of a job application.
Simplify your design process by effortlessly generating Tailwind CSS color schemes on the fly.
Crafting compelling design narratives requires precise tools and the right aesthetic. Start with our curated collection of fonts and typefaces designed to echo the unique style of stamp lettering.
The margin property of CSS is just a way to push other elements away. It’s very common and doesn’t feel particularly problematic. On the other hand… maybe it is?
Sustainability is an approach to design and development that focuses on environmental, social, and financial factors that are often never addressed.
Early on in the design, the need arose for a liquid three-column layout which featured two flexible outer columns and a fixed-width centre column, not a layout commonly seen implemented with CSS. I also wanted the centre column to be fixed in the browser window and so not move with the scroll.
In the design world, there’s an inconvenient truth that every product has a shelf life. Whatever product you’ve poured your heart into designing, there’s a time when that version will no longer be relevant. This end date is inevitable and based on many uncontrollable factors, such as technological advances, innovation, or evolving aesthetic tastes.
All design schools have one problem > they don’t prepare you for real life events and basic adaptability and soft skills needed to survive in a corporate environment…so that plus a little design experience applied to real world problems (which include the collision of business and design, even if people don’t want to admit it), will derive in fast growth at the beginning.
Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers.
As UXers are often not coders, this presents issues when deciphering what issues we should document from a UX perspective when reviewing sites for accessibility concerns.
Security has long been a thorn in our sides. We can build websites in any number of ways. However, they all seem to be a target for malicious actors.
Smashing Members discussion on Design Systems on April 4. Moderated by Smashing Magazine’s Geoff Graham.
Selecting a typeface that suits your brand, is versatile enough for your products, and is accessible can be a daunting task with the multitude of fonts available. In this article, I will walk you through some key factors to consider when selecting an accessible typeface that is also functional and visually appealing
Artificial Intelligence has taken over the world and entered every business. UI/UX design is no stranger to the effects of AI. Efforts are on to understand the implications of AI on UI/UX design and the changes it might bring for designers. Simultaneously, the shift also has to consider the ethical usage of AI while taking its assistance.
This is a roundup of the best websites where you can find and download free Tailwind templates. We’re focusing on vanilla JS templates that don’t use any frameworks. These high quality items will power up your websites, landing pages, blogs, portfolios, ecommerce and dashboards.
Today, we’re thrilled to announce the next generation of generative AI in the Photoshop (beta) app — with the new Text to Image feature, a greatly improved Generative Fill experience powered by the latest Firefly Image 3 Model, and a suite of new generative AI features and expanded controls that empower you to create higher quality results, more easily. Additionally, we’re bringing improvements to core workflows that complement and expand...
As UX/UI designers, we have to keep in mind that we’re creating a product for real people. A user persona is a perfect tool to humanize our research data. We’ll look at some UX persona examples later.
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives and decision-making processes, concerns have arisen about its potential to undermine human autonomy.
Did you know that 44% of Australian adults have basic skills in literacy, and it is thought that as many as 1 in 5 people have dyslexia. This is why the readability of your website UI is super important.
It’s undeniable that conducting UX research that includes participants with a variety of disabilities is vital to building inclusive technology. Particularly during prototype phases, when teams are making critical feature decisions, user feedback is key to producing the best possible product
Meta reported its first quarter earnings after the close of trading yesterday, showing continued losses in its AR/VR Reality Labs division that were more then offset by growth and profitability in the rest of the business.
We’ve all been there. Staring at a blank page, tasked with crafting a brand that cuts through the noise. The pressure to create a killer logo, a catchy tagline – that magic bullet that propels your brand to legendary status.
Users can now seamlessly switch between devices during calls, eliminating disconnects and rejoins. This fosters a more adaptable work experience for the modern hybrid environment.
Integrated navigation elements, interactive typography, and digital overprints are three website design trends making waves this month. Let’s take a look at each design trend with some fun examples.
It’s not uncommon for agencies to ask freelancers not to mention their employment status or even ask that you imply that you’re full-time when you interact with their client. Especially if the agency has a great reputation in regards to the quality of the service you are providing.
As a designer, presenting your work in the most creative and appealing way is crucial to winning over clients. This is where you can utilize AI-powered mockup generators, as they provide a fast, efficient solution to creating attractive mockups.
A well-crafted design system is a powerful tool for teams looking to create cohesive, scalable, and efficient designs. By establishing a shared language and a library of reusable components, a design system ensures consistency across your products, speeds up your workflow, and frees up your team to focus on solving user problems.
The web has become so interwoven with everyday life that it is easy to forget what an extraordinary accomplishment and treasure it is. In just a few decades, much of human knowledge has been collectively written up and made available to anyone with an internet connection.
We’ve all heard the term thrown around, but what exactly does UX stand for? It’s user experience. Forget the misconception that UX design is all about making users feel happy and giddy. The truth is, UX design’s ultimate goal is to bring in the big bucks for the company. But there’s a catch: if the user experience stinks, users will abandon ship faster than you can say “failed product launch.”...
Design systems are a key tool for fostering collaboration between design and development teams. Features like auto layout, variables, and Dev Mode have facilitated closer integration between design and code. However, achieving widespread design system adoption remains a challenge.