Trends Report

Design Sites To Work In A High-Resolution World

The Decline Of 1024 x 768 And What To Do About It

November 20th, 2009
Ron Rogowski, VP, Executive Partner
Ron Rogowski VP, Executive Partner
With contributors:
Rachel Zinser , Richard Gans

Summary

The proliferation of high-resolution screens that well surpass 1024 x 768 adds a new layer of complexity to site design. Not only is there no standard resolution to design for, but higher-resolution screens pose usability challenges for sites that were designed for lower-resolution displays. Designers can combat usability challenges for high-resolution users by ensuring legibility with text resizing tools, controlling the use of white space, and creating a clear visual hierarchy that prioritizes essential content and function.

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