So much has changed in the last couple of years. Not just the needs of businesses and their online presence but also the needs on web users or website visitors in this article we look at some of the major front end design aspects that web developers need to consider.
Screen size
In the last couple of years the world has increased the number of gadget each with their own specific screen dimensions, from different size tables, large desktops and each and every phone company making different display sizes.
This means that web developers need to design websites with all those screen dimensions in mind.
As developers, we need to ensure the design is flexible and responsive.
More images.
Businesses realised that people do not really read a lot of information and images are so great at adding additional information without overwhelming the reader.
As designers, we need to ensure that images are optimally used on web designs without being too overwhelming or get lost in the text.
Colour
Every year a new colour trend appears in web development, but a good web developer will take trends into consideration but also understand that many company wants a timeless investment that will at least be relevant for a couple of years.
Thumb friendly navigation
More and more people are accessing websites via their mobile devices. Studies have shown that people mostly use their one hand to hold their mobile device and scroll with their thumb.
Therefore, web designers need to think of designs that are easy for thumb scrolling.
Gone are the days where a business only wants to place a few statements on their websites. These days businesses understand that their websites offer so much more than just a about us and contact us page. Websites need to host so much more information online than ever before, from live chat to examples of charity or social responsibility projects and leading research papers. A business can showcase their experience in so many ways online.
