The Daily Index — Monday, September 4, 2023

NEWS & TRENDS

TLDR Design

WHATSAPP PLANS A BIG UI REDESIGN, HERE'S WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE

WhatsApp is about to go through a considerable revamp that includes updated Material Design 3 UI elements and a more modern look and feel. There are also structural changes. New filters will allow you to see your unread, personal, and business messages.

androidpolice.com · 2 min

TLDR Design

STARK ADDS ARIA NOTES AND TOUCH TARGETS TO ENHANCE HANDOFF

Designing with accessibility in mind is highly facilitated by using Stark's plugin for Figma and Sketch. The process has become even more integrated into the way developers enhance accessibility. Stark’s plugin now supports ARIA notes and touch target indications.

getstark.co · 4 min

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AN EARLY GOOGLE CHROME WEB STORE PREVIEW SHOWS A 'MODERN' REDESIGN

The Google Chrome Web Store redesign brings its aesthetic closer to the Play Store. The timeframe of its official arrival isn’t clear yet, but Google is asking users and developers for feedback.

androidcentral.com · 2 min

TLDR Design

USER DRIVEN UI

When a product matures and covers more scope, complexity tends to follow. However, does it need to be this way? The advent of AI might provide the answer for evolving products without hurting the experience for new users.

garden.bradwoods.io · 7 min

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HOW TO PICK MATCHING COLOR PALETTES EVERY TIME

You don't need plugins or color generators to create balanced color palettes. This practical guide helps you find equivalent colors in multiple hues based on the HSB color model.

designerup.co · 7 min

TLDR Design

PLATFORMS

How does Spotify build products for mobile devices, TVs, and websites that look and feel the same? The answer is Encore, its design system combined with cross-team collaboration with representatives for each platform.

figma.com · 9 min

TLDR Design

A MANIFESTO FOR MOVING BEYOND CREATIVITY

Transitioning from a designer to a design leader requires a shift in mindset and the development of new skills and competencies. Now that designers have a seat at the table, they need to understand their role as design leaders, improve their communication with other stakeholders, contribute to building a solid team culture, and lead by example.

uxdesign.cc · 12 min

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WHAT’S NEW IN LIGHTHOUSE 11

Thirteen new accessibility audits have been added to Lighthouse since version 10. Manual audits are now available after the automatic audits are completed to help developers make their sites more accessible.

developer.chrome.com · 2 min

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PERSONAS NON GRATA

Every product will have not-so-ideal users, so anti-personas should be something to consider! This quick and funny guide may help you to avoid tricky situations down the road.

simplysecure.org · 1 min

TLDR Design

WHAT IS A TOOLTIP?

This deep dive shows how tooltips can involve multiple aspects and design decisions. Packed with examples, the article outlines best practices and what you should consider when designing and adopting them.

uxpin.com · 10 min

TLDR Design

ELEVEN EXPERIENCE DESIGN LESSONS FROM ADOBE DESIGN SUMMIT

The biennial, multi-day celebration of Adobe's internal design culture is a powerful way to spread its design ethos across the company. But now it's beyond that. Check out the lessons from those who attended the event.

medium.com · 8 min

TLDR Design

CHANGES OVER THE LAST 25 YEARS OF UX RESEARCH

The UX research field has changed considerably since 1998. UX education expanded, usability became user experience, and job titles changed. Many businesses began to see the value of design and research. UX research now occurs earlier in the design process, and the number of UX jobs has increased significantly.

uxmatters.com · 15 min

TLDR Design

FOUR DESIGN PRINCIPLES WE CAN LEARN FROM RAY-BAN

Ray-Ban stayed relevant for eight decades in a very crowded space. Part of that success is related to the solid design culture that guides the company.

weandthecolor.com · 3 min

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POINTING FINGERS

A neat trick to read way faster. Just don't tell your teacher.

matthiasott.com · 2 min