Microinteractions might be small, but they make a big impact on how users experience your designs. Whether it’s a button that responds to a click, a progress bar that animates smoothly, or a subtle hover effect on a card,...

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When it comes to producing professional videos, engaging visuals are crucial for attracting the audience’s attention and leaving a lasting impression. Changing the tonality and color palette of your videos can significantly enhance their aesthetic appeal and overall impact....

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An introduction to "Color spaces", "Color models", "Color gamuts," and basically all of the "Color somethings" in CSS. Color Everything in CSS originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You should get the newsletter.

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Accessible forms are a crucial part of inclusive design. They help ensure that everyone, whether using a keyboard, screen reader, voice input, or assistive device, can complete the same tasks as any other user. But too often, forms are...

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CSS has a number of functions that can be used to set, translate, and manipulate colors. Learn what they are and how they are used with a bunch of examples to get you started. CSS Color Functions originally published...

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CSS can be unpredictable — and specificity is often the culprit. Victor Ayomipo breaks down how and why your styles might not behave as expected, and why understanding specificity is better than relying on `!important`.

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If you’re looking for inspiration to design a unique slideshow video, these Final Cut Pro photo slideshow templates will come in handy. For this collection, we handpicked some of the best Final Cut Pro slideshow templates you can use...

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Rough and weathered textures can instantly add depth, personality, and a sense of history to your work. Whether you’re designing a vintage poster, crafting a rugged brand identity, or giving your digital art a raw, tactile feel, these textures...

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Meet “Accessible UX Research,” our upcoming book to make your UX research inclusive. Learn how to recruit, plan, and design with disabled participants in mind. Print shipping in August 2025. eBook available for download later this summer. Pre-order the...

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The email signature is one of the most important elements of a professional email. It’s like digitally signing a letter, but only better. Unfortunately, most professionals are still not aware of the usefulness of an email signature. According to...

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Social media is no longer just about eye-catching single posts; it’s about creating experiences that draw people in and keep them engaged. One of the most effective ways to do this is through story-based, swipeable content. Whether it’s a...

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Few things communicate strength and clarity like the fonts you see on street signs. Designed to be highly legible at a glance, these typefaces are built for impact, and that makes them perfect for all kinds of creative work....

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How do you stay informed of new CSS features when the language evolves quickly and information is spread all around the web? Sacha Greif has some tips from his work running an annual survey focused on new CSS features....

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When it comes to designing posters and banners, there’s one thing that matters the most: the font. A poster without a great, attention-grabbing title is simply not an effective poster. A great poster font has the power to turn...

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Over time, even the most thoughtfully designed brand or product can start to drift. As new pages, features, and marketing materials are added, inconsistencies in colors, typography, imagery, and layout can sneak in. What starts as a polished, cohesive...

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[Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA)](https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/aria/) is an inevitability when working on web accessibility. That said, it’s everyone’s first time learning about ARIA at some point.

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ResizeObserver, MutationObserver, and IntersectionObserver enhance performance over their predecessors. Zell discusses their API similarities, usage steps, refactoring strategies, and advantages with practical examples. A Better API for the Resize Observer originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the...

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Looking to add a splash of color, rhythm, and flair to your designs? Brazilian fonts are a fantastic way to channel the rich culture and creative energy of Brazil. In this post, we’ve put together a collection of the...

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When you’re first handed a design brief filled with restrictions like tight deadlines, limited color palettes, and strict brand rules, it can feel like you’re being boxed in. But what if those constraints are actually an advantage? Many great...

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Couldn't make it to WordCamp Europe 2025? Don’t worry. While nothing beats the experience of actually being there, this post will give you a detailed summary of some of the most important and meaningful presentations held at the conference.

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