TLDR DesignMay 28, 2024

TLDR DESIGN 2024-05-28

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01NEWS & TRENDS

TIKTOK WILL NOW LET COMPANIES CREATE SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGNS USING GENERATIVE AI

TikTok Symphony's new AI-powered ad suite offers tools for script writing and video production and automation features for matching brands with the right creative assets and audiences. With TikTok One, advertisers can connect with nearly two million creators and agencies. The new ad suite is a clear sign of how the company is fighting to stay competitive with Meta and Google, which are heavily investing in AI-enhanced ads.

techradar.com1 min read

VISION PRO A "NEW ERA OF COMPUTING" SAYS APPLE DESIGN HEAD FOLLOWING D&AD AWARDS WIN

Apple was recognized with a Black Pencil — the D&AD Awards' highest accolade — for its visionOS operating system, which powers the recently launched Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. According to Apple's head of design, the award is a testament to the tight integration and care the design studio and engineering teams at Apple have invested into crafting a truly magical experience.

dezeen.com3 min read

STRAVA TO ADD AI FEATURES, DARK MODE, AND NEW FAMILY PLAN

Strava will add a dark mode for all users this summer, allowing them to match their phone settings or keep the app in the dark mode. Its upcoming ‘Athlete Intelligence' feature allows users to gain better insights into their training based on AI interpretation of their data. New night heat maps will help users find safer, well-trafficked routes for activities between sunset and sunrise.

connectthewatts.com2 min read

02OPINIONS & TUTORIALS

THE CREATIVE COLD START PROBLEM

Designers, artists, and businesses sometimes face a "creative cold start problem" that blocks their first step. To overcome this, focus on action over perfection, prototype, and experiment, use common patterns, seek balanced feedback, and align personal excitement with audience resonance.

betterbydesign.cc6 min read

AFFORDANCE IN DESIGN SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Design systems built with proper affordances are the key to creating intuitive and versatile user interfaces. Designers can ensure that components are robust and flexible by clearly defining and implementing boundaries around their intended uses. Collaborating with product teams and applying data-informed design contributes to quantifying the impact of design decisions.

voorhoede.nl8 min read

TO BE A DESIGNER IS TO BE A FACILITATOR

A facilitator helps others understand, collaborate, and create, fostering accessible interactions within a project. Instead of adopting an "expert" mindset, designers should support diverse community stakeholders, encouraging open communication, various perspectives, and shared understanding.

links.tldrnewsletter.com11 min read

03LAUNCHES & TOOLS

FIGMA.TO.WEBSITE (FIGMA PLUGIN)

Design and publish websites without leaving Figma. figma.to.website supports features like Autolayout, Components, Interactions, Variables, and Animations. The plugin creates a high-performance website with fast loading speeds, optimized code, global CDN hosting, and automatic image optimizations for all devices.

figma.com

PATTERN GENERATOR

Superdesigner's Patterns tool allows users to easily create and customize unique, high-quality design patterns for various projects.

superdesigner.coTool

LET USERS POST AND VOTE ON THE FEATURES THEY WANT

Get insights into your product backlog effortlessly by letting users vote on ideas and requests.

features.voteTool

04MISCELLANEOUS

FAMILIAR VS NOVEL

Familiar design boosts productivity by allowing users to transfer their experience between similar products, while novel design helps differentiate from competitors and adds elements of surprise. Balancing novelty with familiarity, rooted in thorough user research and testing, is crucial to meet user needs and preferences.

lawsofux.com6 min read

IMPACT OF TOKENS ON IMAGE GENERATION

Removing or adding keywords in AI image prompts leads to unpredictable changes, highlighting the current limitations in prompt adherence. Experiments with Midjourney showed that while general concepts were maintained, specifics often deviated based on the prompt's length and detail. Iterative attempts and multiple trials remain essential to achieving desired results in AI-generated images.

jakobnielsenphd.substack.com5 min read

BUILDING YOUR DESIGN TRIBE

Building a design tribe can revolutionize your work environment by fostering a strong support system where team members implicitly understand and help each other. Teams can achieve greater collaboration and innovation by nurturing tribal leadership and progressing through the five tribal stages. Ultimately, creating a cohesive and supportive tribe can transform your UX team's culture and performance.

uxplaybook.org4 min read