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Web Design is different than Print Design

Web Design is different than Print DesignIn this day and age of the Web anyone designing Websites who doesn't understand the differences between print design and Web design is completely out of touch. There is no question that Web pages are not print pages, and to try to force these two design concepts together is misusing the advantages offered by the Web. The Web is interactive and animated, not static like print. Understanding how to use this new medium to its fullest is the difference between good and bad Web Design.

Good Web design takes lots of planning and patience to produce a result that is pleasing, powerful and informative. The Web is an information tool and thus good Web design must insure the visitor gets informed. Additionally, good Web design takes in account how visitors find this information in the first place. As mentioned in my previous article, not matter how good your website may be, it’s of no value to anyone unless it can be found using common search practices and techniques. That’s why really good Web design starts with search engine optimization (SEO) then build from there.

Like nutrition, it’s not the quantity but how something is absorbed that’s important. You need good Web design to help visitors understand more clearly and absorb what it is you are promoting, selling, etc., and well written information and good graphic design are key elements.