🔥 Design Like a Pro: Three Best Practices from Our Designers

--RELATED-7f35d5226c582377d04e3d8d33a4331bdade21ee7bcc25541da48b0bde3f Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="ALTERNATIVE-12c87ae18a314d24680e45db1bf02dd67b6edc7ad15461743b74662b9" --ALTERNATIVE-12c87ae18a314d24680e45db1bf02dd67b6edc7ad15461743b74662b9 Content-Disposition: inline Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/html; charset=utf-8 =20 Graphic made with Visme Hey there, Even with an amazing design tool l= ike Visme, it=E2=80=99s easy for users to make simple design mistakes. So h= ow do you keep your design professional and polished as the template but cu= stomized with your own personal touch? We asked our graphic designers to= share some of their best design practices that even beginners can foll= ow.=C2=A0 = > = div> = = v> = Design Tip= #1: Less is Always More = > = = div> = = =E2=80=9CAs a designer, I find tha= t some non-designers often include too much text in their designs. To creat= e a better balance between text and graphics, it=E2=80=99s helpful to summa= rize the content and maybe use additional slides to spread out the informat= ion. Not everything needs to be included, so focus on what=E2=80=99s essent= ial.=E2=80=9D -- Alex, Design Manager=C2=A0 = div> If you=E2=80=99re guilty of adding too much text or inf= ormation on your designs, this is usually the primary culprit when your des= ign starts to look less polished. Less is better than more when it comes to= not only text but images, icons and designs.=C2=A0 Here are= some actionable steps Alex suggests you take before you start or while you= add copy to your design: Summarize Text: Simplify your text to create = a better balance with graphics. Being clear and concise is far better than = being clever or overly informed.=C2=A0 Use Multiple Slides: If you=E2=80= =99re creating a presentation or document spread your additional informatio= n across multiple pages if needed. Highlight Key Points: Once you=E2=80= =99ve made your information concise, use widgets, icons, or design elements= to draw attention to important information.=C2=A0 = iv> Make Important Data Stand Ou= t: Use larger or bold text for better visibility and reduce reading = time. This includes headings or subheadings, not the body of the text itsel= f.=C2=A0 Use Visme Hotspots: This feature allows you to add links, addit= ional documents, videos and more in neat, highlighted sections of your desi= gn without adding unnecessary clutter.=C2=A0 [To learn how to use hotspots = in your content click here.](3D") = v> = = iv> = > = iv> = div> = = div> = = = > Design Tip #2: Research Before You Design= > = = = v> =E2= =80=9CDo a little research on the topic you are going to design so it is ea= sier to get inspiration for the graphic line, that is, the use of colors, f= onts, shapes and photos. Once you have that in mind, try to preserve the st= yle, don=E2=80=99t go beyond 2-3 types of fonts, and maintain contrasting c= olors, and eye-catching photos.=E2=80=9D -- Fiorell= a, Graphic Designer By researching be= fore you design, you gain a solid understanding of your desired outcome and= ensure you=E2=80=99re informed about your audience=E2=80=99s expectations.= After your research, apply Fiorella=E2=80=99s ad= vice with these steps: Limit Font Choices: Use no more than 2 or 3 types = of fonts to maintain consistency and avoid clashing. Try to [learn which fonts pair well together.](3D")= Use Contrasting Colors: Ensure [color contrasts](3D") nicely toget= her to help elevate your designs. Incorporate Eye-Catching Photos: Selec= t photos that draw attention and compliment your design. Use stock images o= r your own photos. Balance Design and Information: Avoid clutter by focu= sing on a design that clearly communicates your central message. Remember, = less is more. = div> = div> = = v> = iv> = iv> = Design Tip #3: Get Feedback=C2=A0 = iv> = = > = v> = = = = > = div> =E2=80=9CIt=E2=80=99s importan= t to always get feedback from an extra pair of eyes. Try not to allow too m= any people to provide feedback, as that can bring more confusion than clari= ty. Ask a select few and take it from there. If you have a friend who is a = designer, that=E2=80=99s even better!=E2=80=9D -- H= ylie, Graphic Designer Last but definitely not l= east, getting feedback on your design is needed. Being so close to your wor= k, you might overlook details that could make your design perfect. Feedback can help improve readability, accessibility, and other elem= ents you might not have considered. Choose a select group of people to p= rovide constructive feedback, and use their insights to help you grow a= s a designer in Visme. = = iv> = = = v> = = v> Need More Expert Advice That= Goes Beyond Design? = div> 3D"= = > = iv> = > = v> = iv> = = = > = div> Join the SparkTogether C= onference. The original story-focused marketing event. H= ear stories you won't hear anywhere else. Why? because SparkTogether is= n't recorded. Their speakers will share their= stories unfiltered, including real numbers, financial figures, and ugly tr= uths. It's a once-a-year chance to hear these powerful s= tories, warts and all. Walk away with clarity, community and= strategy for top marketing experts!=C2=A0 [Get your tickets today!](3D") = iv> = > [Create with= Visme](3D"https://=) = Victoria, Content Manager [www.visme.co](3D"https:/=) Create anything. Make it beautiful.= =C2=A0 = > You are receiving this email because you have a Visme Account o= r subscribed to our newsletter. 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