Buttons

Low color contrast has always been a common problem in web design. The problem with low color contrast is that it makes text and buttons hard for users see.

A list of links can look like a big blob of paragraph text if they're not formatted right. This is evident when you try to scan the headlines on USA Today and LA times.

Gradients are often used on user interfaces to give it a natural look and feel. They act as a single light source lit from above mimicking the sun. This effect gives objects depth in appearance.

The button and link have co-existed on websites for a long time. But the problem most designers have is knowing when to use which.

Have you ever accidentally clicked on text you thought was a link? A well-designed website distinguishes the difference between links and text so users won't make these mistakes.