UI design can be difficult to implement correctly
since the concept is so simple. But if you treat them as just patterns, your
sites start to feel cookie cutter.
We will explain the latest trends of UI design
for the
website and
mobile apps and describe when to use this UI trends.
Current
Trends in user interface design.
1. Minimalism
User interface design is going back
to basics –according to some big name companies, including Google and Microsoft
to name a few. Glossy icons are replaced by simple one-color versions, rich
gradients with simple solid color combinations.
When it is use: minimalism is a
Good way to design a web application
which focus on user generated content – if done right, users will rarely
complain about it.
2. Skeuomorphism
Skeuomorphic UI design was first popularized by
Apple. This design approach based on imitating the look and functionality of familiar objects to make the interface more
intuitive.
When it is use: when
designing mob applications, skeuomorphic designs are popular among the community. In this cause of to touch-screen nature of these devices which provides an impression of
touching real-world objects.
3. Laser Focus
Laser focused user interface include visual focus
on a single task to do once a user open the web applications. The key benefit
of this is simplicity – users instantly know that what the application is suggested
action is.
When it is use: Laser focusing
is a best approach for web applications
and projects that have a most important function to promote. In most cases,
this will be browse function but make sure to share this with the client.
4. Context Sensitive Navigation
Context sensitive navigation came with the rise of
dynamic UI and is a great way to declutter the design.
When it is use: context
sensitive navigation can be used in any project. Carefully target buttons and
gadgets that can be hidden until the user performs a certain action, such as
selecting an entry and so on.
5.
Collapsed Content
Another method to declutches your user interface
design is to hide non-essential options under single link which will expand on
a user’s request.
When it is use: as with context-sensitive
navigation, you may use this techniques in all projects. It’s especially
helpful with pages that contain lot of interface elements for settings. so
hiding the unnecessary components make things look simpler.
Techniques
of Best user Interface design
1. Highlight important changes
To achieve a more modern
level of system visibility and Web applications these days use AJAX. Which
allows users to update part of a Web page at any time without having to refresh
the page? AJAX brings the level of responsiveness of Web applications much
closer to desktop-grade applications.
2. Enable keyboard shortcuts in Web application
As the advanced techniques
of modern Web apps (such as dragging and dropping etc.) steadily gain on those
of desktop applications, developers of these apps are trying to provide users
more responsive and interactive user interfaces. One of the features used to
achieve that is the integration of keyboard shortcuts.
3. Upgrade from the account page
If your application features plans, make sure to delete any interface
friction for customers deciding to upgrade. In
fact, a lot of Web apps put upgrade options right on the user account pages, making them easily accessible.
5. Offer
personalization options
Personalization help to make your users feel more at home.
This can be done by providing users options to customize the look of the
application interface.
6. Use tabbed navigation
Tabbed navigation is not just eye candy, it offers a
usability benefit. If you make the menu look like tabs on folders, everybody will
be able to figure out what it is and how to works. This is because the visual
metaphor is strong and clear.
