Design Principles Checklist (Printable)

Principle 1: Be Obvious

• Use clear and concise language
• Make it easy to scan and read
• Use white space wisely
• Be clear about your goals and intentions

Principle 2: Be Consistent

• Use a consistent layout and design language
• Use consistent typography and color scheme
• Use consistent imagery and iconography
• Be consistent in your use of whitespace

Principle 3: Be Simple

• Don't overcomplicate your design
• Use a simple and minimalistic design language
• Remove unnecessary elements and features
• Use simple and clear navigation

Principle 4: Be Focused

• Know your audience and what they want
• Keep the focus on the user
• Use clear and concise messaging
• Make it easy to find what you need

Principle 5: Be Thorough

• Test and iterate on your design
• Get feedback from others
• Be open to change and improvement
• Document your design process and decisions

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