35 free handwriting fonts to use in your designs
From ornate swashes to loose brush strokes, handwriting fonts are personal and unique. Here are the best ones you can use for free.
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20 best fonts for websites in 2023
Typography is an important player in web design. This selection of free and paid fonts is web-safe, legible and beautiful.
A list of cognitive biases to watch out for in user research
Understanding the psychology behind our decision making can lead to more informed choices. Here are top cognitive biases to avoid.
How to improve SEO with web design
SEO may not sound thrilling, but knowing the basics will boost your professionalism and help people reach the websites you design.
The rules of web typography
Gradually gaining recognition as an essential part of any website design, typography has come a long way since the early days.
Microcopy: How to boost conversion with words
As well as informing the user and improving user experience, interface copy can also be a powerful asset for boosting conversion.
The power of microinteractions in UX design
Microinteractions can help craft a more engaging experience, while providing users with feedback and a sense of satisfaction.
Web designers must be constant learners
A blossoming career in design requires gaining experience, as well as regularly and actively seeking new ways to learn and grow.
Building your own design strategy as a UX designer
Having a defined process will help you work in a more organized and fluid way. Here are the key components of a UX workflow.
Lessons learned from overcoming burnout
A personal story on finding new love for design, trying a new skill, and learning to fail with grace.
Designing tap targets: UI design best practices
Tap targets play a key role in any app or website’s interface. Follow these design conventions to ensure a smooth user experience.
How to use empty states to your advantage
Often overlooked, empty states in an interface provide us with an opportunity to create more meaningful experiences and add value.
5 qualities of a truly effective design brief
Providing clear direction, reasoning and motivation, a good brief can guide creatives through the process of executing a project.
6 psychological principles for better landing pages
For an effective landing page that will bring results, we need to dig deeper and learn about our users. These principles can help.
5 things UI designers can learn from UX writers
Seen as the unicorn skill for designers, good writing is a sought-after craft. Use a content-first approach to refine your design.
Is website animation still a good idea?
Are website animations engaging - or plain distracting? A look into the good, the bad, and the future of animation on the web.
The no BS guide to freelance design rates in 2020
Determining your rate as a freelancer can get confusing. We’ve laid out the honest truths to help you charge with confidence.
The most useful Google Analytics metrics for web designers
Data shows us if a website is doing what we intended it to do. Analyzing the right metrics can ultimately improve our web design.
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