Principles of Design: Proximity Quiz and Flashcards

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What is the principle of proximity?

Elements that are different in size are perceived as a group

Elements that are similar in color are perceived as a group

Elements that are close to each other are perceived as a group (correct)

Elements that are far apart are perceived as a group

How can the law of proximity be applied in design?

Use white spaces to show distance between related elements (correct)

Separate elements that belong together

Keep unrelated elements close together

Avoid grouping related elements together

Why is proximity considered more potent than similarity or colors?

Similarity does not affect perception

Proximity helps automatically group elements together (correct)

Similarity is only based on color

Color categories are more distinguishable

Which Gestalt principle suggests that we naturally group similar items together based on color, size, and orientation?

Similarity Principle Signup and view all the answers

In design, what do people tend to do with elements that are similar?

Group them together in the mind Signup and view all the answers

What makes elements more likely to be grouped together in our mind?

Similarity in elements Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using UI Patterns library according to the text?

It includes detailed documentation with each UI design pattern Signup and view all the answers

Which library is recommended to start with for UI design patterns?

UI Patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested if no existing pattern fits the problem you're trying to solve?

Create your own pattern Signup and view all the answers

What is a key best practice emphasized when creating a UI pattern library?

Learn from popular UI pattern libraries Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to test your work before launching it?

To identify possible pain points and optimize Signup and view all the answers

Which library is mentioned as not offering as much documentation as others?

Pttrns Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying the Squint Test to a design?

To identify the most important elements and understand the interface's purpose. Signup and view all the answers

How can one make the primary action stand out in a design?

By using a high contrast background color and bold font weight. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential concern with elements competing for attention in a design?

They may lead to confusion and distract users. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to remove unnecessary styles from a design?

To simplify the interface and reduce cognitive load. Signup and view all the answers

What issue can be fixed by giving the primary action a bold font weight?

Low contrast buttons Signup and view all the answers

How does applying typography guidelines help correct the visual hierarchy?

By adjusting the prominence of different text elements based on their importance. Signup and view all the answers

What defines the choice of UI storyboard style according to the text?

Personal preference, project needs, or client requirements Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Digital storyboarding from Thumbnail storyboarding?

The level of detail and the platform used Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before starting to create a storyboard as per the text?

Understand the user scenario and have a project script Signup and view all the answers

Which component makes segmenting your script an important step in creating a storyboard?

To develop sequence ideas Signup and view all the answers

What makes Thumbnail storyboarding different from traditional paper-based storyboards?

The hyper-detailed nature Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Digital storyboarding differ from Thumbnail storyboarding in terms of tools?

Digital storyboarding uses special tools while Thumbnail storyboarding is done on paper Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of removing unnecessary styles in design?

To simplify the design Signup and view all the answers

Why should color be used purposefully in design?

To convey meaning effectively Signup and view all the answers

When applying brand colors, where should they typically be used according to the text?

On interactive elements like text links and buttons Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure a 3:1 contrast ratio for interface elements?

To improve readability for users with visual impairments Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what could happen if the brand color is used on non-interactive elements?

It confuses users about interactivity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of starting with black and white before introducing color in design?

To ensure color conveys meaning effectively Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gestalt Principles

The principle of proximity states that we tend to perceive elements as a group when they are close to each other.
Proximity is more potent than similarity or colors.
To use the law of proximity, bring elements that belong together closer together, and use white spaces to show when elements are unrelated.

Similarity

The Gestalt principle of similarity suggests that we naturally group similar items together based on elements like color, size, and orientation.
The more similar the elements, the more likely they will be grouped together in our mind and perceived as belonging to the same category.

Design Principles

Remove unnecessary styles to simplify the design and reduce visual complexity.
Use color purposefully to convey meaning, and avoid using color purely for decoration.
Ensure interface elements have a 3:1 contrast ratio to make the design easy to understand.

Storyboarding

Digital storyboarding style uses special storyboarding tools and software, allowing for modern elements like voiceover or motion.
Thumbnail storyboarding style is done on paper, and is more old-school.
The choice of UI storyboard style depends on personal preference, project needs, or client requirements.

Creating a Storyboard

Before making a storyboard, ensure you have a project script and understand the user scenario.
To make a storyboard, follow these steps: segment your script, create panels, sketching, arrange panels and add scene details, and get a second opinion.

UI Design Patterns

There are many UI design pattern libraries available, such as Mobbin, UI Garage, UI Patterns, and Pttrns.
UI Patterns is a recommended library due to its detailed documentation.
When creating your own UI design pattern library, analyze apps you like, take screenshots, and study different UI design patterns in use.

Creating a UI Pattern Library

Familiarize yourself with popular UI pattern libraries.
Develop a clear hierarchy: distinguish more complicated macro-patterns from smaller ones.
Apply the Squint Test to ensure a clear visual hierarchy and identify the most important elements.

Visual Hierarchy

Apply the Squint Test to identify the most important elements and recognize what the interface is for.
Create a clear visual hierarchy by giving the primary action a high contrast background color and bold font weight.
Use typography guidelines to correct the visual hierarchy and reduce cognitive load.

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Test your knowledge of the principle of proximity in design, which states that elements closer to each other are perceived as a group. Explore how to effectively apply the Law of Proximity in creating visually appealing websites and apps.

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