Make Your Words Count
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Within the gears and cogs of UX design, the power of the written word is paramount. It's more than mere text;?it's one of the cornerstones of engaging user experiences. In this newsletter, we delve into the world of UX writing—a relatively new discipline in UX design that was once overlooked.
If you're a wordsmith at heart or a keen storyteller, UX writing is for you. Even if it's not your cup of tea, there's value in familiarizing yourself with this practice, given it's importance in UX design.
Discover how you can get started in this fascinating discipline in our article.
What is UX Writing?
UX writing is the practice of?creating the text in a user experience. It aims to improve user experience by informing and engaging the user. Examples of UX writing include notifications, titles, buttons, instructions, labels, descriptions, controls and warnings.?
How to Use Words as a Design Power Tool
Learn about UX writing from one of our Master Class speakers,?Torrey Podmajersky. She has written inclusive and accessible consumer and professional experiences for?Xbox, Microsoft account, Windows apps, privacy, Microsoft education, OfferUp, and now works at?Google. Her book Strategic Writing for UX was published by O’Reilly Media in 2019.
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1 年This is so important and I’ve seen too little of it in my own long career. This practice needs to be prioritized as the world continues towards greater UX maturity across the board. Put this in your hiring plans, leaders!
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1 年People often neglect how important copy is to UX. I would go so far as to say that it is probably the most important element of every successful user interface. Finding the right terms that are both concise and descriptive is an art of its own. You can have all your elements and colors positioned and placed just right, but if the accompanying copy is weak, none of it will matter.