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Recognize that saying? It has been used in many different things
to mean simplicity is the key to doing things best. In
explaining concepts, putting it in simple yet understandable
terms would easily get your message through. This is in contrast
to using confusing words and “beating around the bushes”,
resulting to an overload of information yet losing the main idea
in the process.
This same saying should also be applied in the designs of
websites. Ever felt the frustration of having to go through much
information while browsing in some sites? Not only that, think
of all the graphics that keep appearing and popping every now
and then. Most of the time, these things make downloading pretty
slow. And you only went there for simple information. Take
researching, for example. These sites were meant to help in
every way possible. Making the hassle of researching more
convenient and easy. But some people do not have the patience of
waiting for an animation to stop moving, or for the flow of not
needed information, and impossible icons to find on the screen.
Not all users have the same modems and software you have. So if
it is not hard for some, it may be terrible for others. Think of
the people in a rush to purchase something. Dazzling them with
intricate graphics would likely send their tempers rocketing.
And special effects can only make them want to scream with
frustration. And for what? For a request of a catalog?
These are just some of the factors that needed to be taken into
consideration in designing your own web site. Bear in mind that
there are still old computer models being used by people and
their tools will not likely match with yours. Having pictures
and graphics is not a crime. You just have to know the perfect
location to put them. Cramming them into one page is not a good
idea. Try putting them on another page. That way people will be
able to view them as they went on their search. They do not have
to necessarily see them first hand.
What about the people always on the rush? They want transactions
done fast. Having an entrance site with all the menus catering
to their needs would help them lots. Keeping in mind that these
busy people only want speedy entrance and exit to keep up with
their schedules.
Keep in mind that the entrance should be as easy to access as it
can possibly be. As to not make initial browsing difficult for
the people. In the process making them comfortable enough to go
to others pages, then bombard them there with all the colorful
graphic designs and voluminous prints. Who knows? Your site
would even stuck them as unforgettable and probably go back for
more.
So keep in mind to Keep It Simple Stupid!
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About the author:
Florie Lyn Masarate got her first article printed in the school
newsletter in the third grade. Her hobbies include reading any
book she can get her hands on.
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