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458: How Do You Simplify a UI?

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Apr 17, 2023
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ADVICE

Simplify UI with Spacing

  • Try removing borders/separators/dividers to simplify UI.
  • Rely on keylines and spacing to define sections, creating a cleaner look.
INSIGHT

Transcending Dividers

  • Internet users have adapted to interfaces without explicit dividers.
  • Clear visual hierarchy and spacing can effectively guide users, making lines redundant.
ANECDOTE

All-White Design Issues

  • Brian Lovett tried an all-white design for Campsite but found it less scannable.
  • White cards on light gray backgrounds, like on Facebook or LinkedIn, improve readability.
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