HELLO! We welcome you today in capital letters on the occasion of CAPS LOCK Day. We hope that we will draw your attention even more clearly to the articles selected for compilation.
Today in UX Thursday: analysis of different states of BUTTONS on the example of microphone mute (how useful during online conversations), webinar on RESEARCH of needs, list of six PLUGINS for Figma and useful sources of INSPIRATION and Japanese TOILETS. To relax, seven tips for maintaining work-life balance for remote workers.
User needs research according to Allegro
During the webinar organized by the SWPS Design Zone, Łukasz Tyrała had the opportunity to talk about needs research with Łukasz Ogrodniczaki, UX Researcher and Research Leader Allegro. IN RECORDING you will find a large dose of comments, advice and techniques related to the key stage of getting to know the users of the designed solution, which are used by the largest marketplace in Poland.
6 Figma plugins and 21 sources of inspiration
If you use Figma at work, Marc Andrew offers 6 plugins that improve the design process. IN TEXT you will find a description of tools for prototyping, creating mockups or quick change of content — we recommend it especially if you work with a client who changes copy frequently 😉
And in addition, Marshall Taylor of Webflow presents COMPENDIUM 21 sources of inspiration good for bypassing the creative block.
Notes on the on-off buttons
IN ARTICLE On the NNGroup portal, Raluca Budiu analyzes the different states of the on-off buttons. The author shows how often you can come across bad markings on and off the microphone, including in online chat tools. Check out what solutions can make this feature 100% understandable to users.
User experience of transparent toilets
We also recommend TEXT Catriony Campbell on the interesting design of public toilets. Check out how Japanese designer Shigeru Ban solves the problems of the users of this shrine in the context of accessibility, cleanliness and security and what analogies to UX the author sees.
Maintaining balance when working from the home office
Finally, some advice for pandemic times on combining work and living at home. If you work remotely, you have trouble separating work duties from everyday affairs, then in ARTICLE Renee Fleck you will find useful tips to help you develop good habits and establish a healthy balance between the two spheres.
