Glossary

Design

Clear definitions of the design terms that matter — from UX principles and design systems to typography, accessibility, and visual hierarchy. A reference for designers, marketers, and anyone making decisions about how things look and feel.

Clear definitions of the design terms that matter — from UX principles and design systems to typography, accessibility, and visual hierarchy. A reference for designers, marketers, and anyone making decisions about how things look and feel.

A

  • Adaptive web design is a design approach that adjusts website layouts and content based on screen size and device. It uses flexible grids and media queries to provide an optimal viewing experience across various platforms.

  • Above the fold refers to the portion of a webpage that is visible without scrolling. This area is crucial for conveying key information and engaging visitors immediately.

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I

  • Information architecture organizes and labels content for easy navigation and search. It enhances usability and SEO by creating site maps and content hierarchies to match user expectations.

W

  • WordPress is a popular open-source content management system for building websites and blogs. It offers a user-friendly interface, flexibility, and supports themes and plugins for customization and functionality.

  • Wireframes are basic visual guides outlining webpage structure and layout without focusing on design details. They help align on functionality and user flow early in the design process.