Mass Communications Web Design Jill Andes Computer Applications Comm. 115

Web Design I chose this topic because everyone has used the internet, and people have become very dependent on using the internet to find what they need or want to know. Growing rapidly over the past few years Reaches a large audience using the internet Fun, Fast, Helpful way to obtain information

Designing a Good Website Various Elements Must Be Taken Into Account When Designing a Website Good web designing uses basic rules, formats, and tools

Key Tools For Clear Navigation HTML Graphic Design Image-editing Software Interface Design

Two Part Process

First Step PLAN OUT THE WEBSITE Create a Plan Define the Goals Analyze the Goals Outline Development Refine the Plans

Second Step Site Specific Document Intentions of the web site Technology needed Timing

Basic Rules To Follow User’s Needs Text Graphics Fonts Styles Colors

Consistency Themes Headers Footers Navigation Bars Columns Tables Templates Ready designed page layouts Text and other page elements

Draw users’ attention Artwork Paint shop Pro Photoshop Clip Art Appropriate Sizes Low Resolution Images Simple

Simplicity Exactly What is needed Don’t overload Avoid overwhelming with choices

Navigation Users’ accessibility  Breadcrumbs Where they are Where they can go How to get back to where they were

Basic Elements For A Web Designer Simplicity Consistency Awareness Recognition Expectancy

Remember… User’s needs Text, colors, graphics, fonts Keep it simple Don’t overwhelm Good, clear navigation Breadcrumbs

Are there any questions about designing a good website?