Web Design

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This paper examines how web design is a complex and experiential field as there are many factors to take into consideration such as the way web pages are viewed and displayed on different browsers and on different platforms. It looks at some of the central criteria for good design and how they can be expanded by specific areas of design.

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Introduction
Principles of Web Design
The Importance of Planning
The Target Audience
Goals and Objectives
Repeat Visits and Updating
Presentation: Graphics and Color
Content
Navigation
Page Length
Appropriate Text Fonts and Styles
Testing
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"Navigation is one of the most essential and pivotal parts of all design features on the Web. Essentially navigation which is the way a viewer explores a site is the management principle which allows the content to be seen and facilitates accessibility. Poor navigation is the surest route to drive viewers away. The trend in design is towards straightforward and functional navigation which manages and directs the flow of site content. The following view (Koreto) clearly illustrates the idea of basic navigation. "As your site grows, navigation will become an important issue. Your home page should link to the other main pages. " (Koreto, 1997, p 83) The author continues to expand on this important aspect and to develop certain essential aspects related to good navigation."

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