Why Distinct Icon Outlines Help Users Scan Faster
Icons are visual cues that help users use interfaces more efficiently. Instead of reading each word on an interface, users can scan for the icon that represents the task they're trying to do.
Buttons
Articles on designing buttons and icons
9 Guidelines for Clear and Intuitive Icons
Have you ever struggled to figure out what an icon meant? Users do this all the time with icons they're not familiar with. That's why it's important to make your icons clear and intuitive.
Visual Weight of Primary and Secondary Action Buttons
When a user interface prompts users to take action, they'll see at least two buttons. One button is primary to the user's task and the other is secondary.
Why ‘Ok’ Buttons in Dialog Boxes Work Best on the Right
Designers often question where to place their 'Ok' and 'Cancel' buttons on dialog boxes. The 'Ok' button is the primary action that completes the task.
Why Users Click Right Call to Actions More Than Left Ones
Where you place your call to action buttons can affect whether users click them or not. Most designers only focus on how their call to action buttons look.
Why ‘Sign Up’ and ‘Sign In’ Button Labels Confuse Users
How fast can you spot the difference between ‘sign up’ and ‘sign in’? Using these button labels together causes users to click the wrong button. But it's not their fault.
Why the ‘Ok’ Button is No Longer Okay
On a dialog box, clicking the 'Ok' button means the user wants the system to act. Clicking the 'Cancel' button means the user wants to go back to the original screen.