When creating a website – especially a homepage – you usually come across the same questions. What exactly is web design, what is involved in web design and how do I become a web designer? You can find the answers to these questions in this blog about web design and website design, explained simply and quickly!
Definition of web design: “Web design (also web creation), as a discipline of media design, includes the visual, functional and structural design of websites for the Internet.”
What does web design mean in more detail? Web design is what makes up the overall look and feel, i.e. the atmosphere, mood and structure of a website. From the creation of the website, the structure, the layout, the planning and down to the images, colors and fonts (typography)-these are all elements of web design. That which makes up the branding and usability of a website also belongs to web design.
Attention: Do not confuse web design with web development! Web development means the technical implementation of websites.
The first thing your website visitors see is the design (web design) and this is crucial! The web design consists of numerous components, which in turn have an impact on the final result of the website. These components of web design include graphic design, user experience design (UX design), user interface design (UI design), search engine optimization (SEO), web apps, mobile apps, usability, accessibility and content creation.
To help you understand the most important components of a website (in terms of web design) and better understand the design process, here is a list of essential parts (web design) of a website: Essential parts of a website (web design)
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