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Psychological research applied to interface design

A better understanding of user psychology results in better product design. Here are key principles and how they apply to design.

In a time when our mobile phones are inseparable from our everyday lives, here’s how to craft a user-friendly mobile experience.

Responsive and adaptive web design both ensure that your site will look its best at any viewport. But how do these methods differ?

While the System Usability Scale test is an effective and proven usability technique, it’s yet to be embraced in design circles.

Error messages are an all-too-familiar nuisance. But when designed well, they can create a helpful and empowering user experience.

Dark patterns are UX design tricks meant to deceive users. Here’s how to avoid them and design with users’ best interest at heart.

Dishonest design can mislead users and spread misinformation. Here's how to avoid it and bring integrity back to design.

The rapidly growing field of voice UI requires us to design for interfaces that are much more auditory than they are visual.

Digital wellness aims to cater to the true needs of users, rather than competing for their attention.

Product design lead at Netflix cultivates a culture of inquisitive questioning and flexibility within her team.

Interfaces in movies and TV shows tend to look unrealistic, but there’s a lesson to be learned from them.

Wearable technology to track and monitor our health and exercise is on the rise. How can design make sure it serves us well?

Technology doesn’t come as second nature to all of us. Here’s a look at how we can craft generation-inclusive digital products.

Often overlooked, UX writing is what makes a product feel alive. When done well, it injects personality, guides the user and more.

Often overlooked, empty states in an interface provide us with an opportunity to create more meaningful experiences and add value.

As digital products become oversaturated with features, here’s a look at how we can refine products to improve user experience.

To be effective, dark mode should go beyond an inverted color palette. Here’s how to enhance your interface using darker tones.

What works for one team may not work well for another. With openness and flexibility, each company can find their ideal workflow.

Data shows us if a website is doing what we intended it to do. Analyzing the right metrics can ultimately improve our web design.