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Why the 4-point grid system dominates UI design

Grid systems form the foundation of interface design. If you are using a design system, there’s a high likelihood that key design decisions — such as spacing, layout, and typography — are subtly influenced by an underlying grid system. The 4-point grid system is the most widely adopted approach in UI design, with many popular design systems incorporating it or a variant of it. But what makes the 4-point grid so special? Why is it the go-to option?Proportional scalingOne of the most important rul

What Not to Include on your Designer Resume in 2025

Creating a designer resume that shines in 2025 is not just about what you include — it’s about what you leave out.With competition high and industry expectations evolving, knowing how to keep your resume concise, modern, and relevant is essential.Below, we explore common elements that should be omitted to ensure your resume stays professional and impactful.1. Hyper-Specific Job TitlesTo ensure your resume or professional profile passes both recruiter and ATS screenings, avoid using niche or over

4 ways Banks & Fintech companies making you poor

How banks and fintech companies use dark patterns to influence your choicesContinue reading on UX Planet »

SaaS Onboarding: How to Make It Functional and Easy-to-Use

Or: Helping users understand and instantly fall in love with a new productIdeaPilot AI — Onboarding design for AI-powered SaaS platformIf you have a complex, sophisticated product and you want it to engage users and solve their problems, what you need is proper onboarding.Onboarding is essentially the first encounter with a user that will either create a long-term relationship or leave a negative impression of the product. It’s important to make onboarding simple, intuitive, and easy to understa

Figma’s AI Tools: Game-Changer for Designers or the End of Creativity?

The What, How, and When of Figma’s AI tools + My thoughtsContinue reading on UX Planet »

The Four P’s of Service Design: People, Partners, Products, and Processes

Photo by Frames For Your Heart on UnsplashWe live in a world where everything seems complex yet simple. The realization of simplicity is built on our belief in recognizing the interactions between multiple systems of an environment/ situation.At first look, you might feel overwhelmed by seeing clutter of all types of wire around the pole but for someone who knows how wiring works would take a matter of a few minutes to recognize simplicity in these complex junctions of wires.Similarly, service d

Unveiling the Mysteries of Dark Patterns

The word dark patterns have been floating around the industry for many years, and we have seen many scenarios where product designers intentionally manipulate user behaviour and intention through dark patterns. We survive each day by solving problems big and small. The stories told by the applications tell us how complex or easy it is to reach the end goal. The emotions created through our experiences while interacting with the applications can impact how we will face the same experience again.W

Path to a greater impact for a Product Designer

<div><div class="medium-feed-item"><p class="medium-feed-image"><a href="https://uxplanet.org/path-to-a-greater-impact-for-a-product-designer-8d1ca5392736"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*NUiQ723LJoGD6kYyLc7hCQ.png" width="1024"></a></p><p class="medium-feed-snippet">Beyond the Pixels: Thinking Bigger</p><p class="medium-feed-link"><a href="https://uxplanet.org/path-to-a-greater-impact-for-a-product-designer-8d1ca5392736">Continue reading on UX Planet »</a></p></div></div>

Researching the student application journey

We work with a range of universities to help them understand the thought process of prospective students. In an increasingly competitive market, the insight that research gives can make a big difference to application numbers. Having completed our own primary research into the student application journey, we’ve decided to undertake some secondary research to find out more about the activity around the main UCAS application window. At this time of year, the attention of Year 10 students wi

How I Designed and Built a Working Mobile App in 48 hrs using Figma’s New AI

This week, I challenged myself to use Figma’s new AI features to do my product design job— here’s what happened…Continue reading on Prototypr »

The Evolution of Product Design in the Age of AI

Stepping Beyond Cookie-Cutter SolutionsContinue reading on UX Planet »

5 AI tools for key phases of your UX design process

Image by Markus Winkler on PexelsArtificial intelligence (AI) can simplify your UX design process. Chances are, you already know that. Maybe you’ve even tried some popular AI tools, like the good ol’ ChatGPT. But did you know that certain AI tools work best at specific phases of the design process?Having tested a selection of AI design tools, I’ve found that some are better suited for certain stages of the UX design process than others. What do I mean by that? Well, stick with me as I walk you t

Mastering Heuristic Evaluation for Better UX

Heuristic evaluation is a powerful tool in UX design, offering a structured way to identify and address usability issues in interfaces. But what exactly does it entail, and how can designers use it to improve user experiences?What is Heuristic Evaluation?At its core, heuristic evaluation involves using established principles to systematically review an interface, pinpointing elements that might confuse or frustrate users. It’s widely used in design, both for quick reviews and as part of formal u

Pattern Play: 5 Product Takeaways from Reinventing Madras Checks

How a centuries-old pattern inspired a fresh take on interactive user experience design.Madras checks are woven into South India’s cultural fabric—bright, imperfect, and alive with heritage beyond the Subcontinent. As a designer, I saw this iconic pattern as more than a textile; I saw it as a story waiting to be reimagined. In my recent exhibition, Lineage: PastForward, I set out to bridge this rich tradition with modern tools, using Processing-based generative art to invite visitors into the cr

Best Practices for Designing UI Cards

<div><div class="medium-feed-item"><p class="medium-feed-image"><a href="https://uxplanet.org/best-practices-for-designing-ui-cards-49df190abacf"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1916/1*o2Owy4nMm0gktqDcSETXkg.jpeg" width="1916"></a></p><p class="medium-feed-snippet">Cards UX Design Guidelines + Types of Cards</p><p class="medium-feed-link"><a href="https://uxplanet.org/best-practices-for-designing-ui-cards-49df190abacf">Continue reading on UX Planet »</a></p></div></div>

Checkout UX 2024: 12 Pitfalls and Best Practices

(Note: Unfortunately, e-mail and RSS don’t support advanced layouts and features. If the graphics in this article look strange, you may want to read the article in your web browser.) Key Takeaways Our UX benchmark of 130+ e-commerce websites shows that most sites have a long way to go to improve Checkout UX Poor-performing Checkout UX is a common reason for users abandoning their purchase Improve users’ checkout experience by avoiding the 12 common UX issues discussed in this artic

Plan Marketing using Reddit Sentiments Analysis

Social listening &amp; understanding user opinions through data on RedditContinue reading on Prototypr »

Navigating change together at Leading Design London 2024

Every year at Leading Design London, something special emerges, and 2024 was no exception. This sold-out event brought together 15 world-class speakers and 240 design leaders in the iconic Barbican Centre, surrounded by the leafy paradise of the Conservatory and striking Brutalist architecture. As I reflect on the incredible talks and conversations, here are a few standout takeaways that come to mind... There is power in community There is always a tangible feeling of cama

We got 600+ applications for a PM role in a small start-up

What they don’t tell you about competition in the tech fieldContinue reading on Prototypr »

Your UI Designs Suck — These Tools Will Fix Them!

Your UI Designs Suck — These Tools Will Fix Them!While your UI designs might look good to you, there might be flaws with consistency, or there might be problems with usability. Here are some effective free tools that will help you find these flaws and issues, and help you improve your UI designs!1. Tools to Get Valuable FeedbackFeedback is great for improving your UI designs, whether it is coming from real users or AI. These tools will help you do exactly this.→ Feedback Wizard AI for FigmaFeedb