Websites are not television
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Websites Aren’t Television: Keeping Your Visitors Engaged
Summary
Learn effective web design strategies to retain visitors.---
In today’s digital world, many websites resemble television screens, boasting impressive graphics, sounds, and videos. Plus, advertisements are everywhere, cluttering pages with endless product promotions. One might wonder if websites are becoming TV’s direct competitors.
However, there’s an important distinction: visitors aren’t on your site to watch TV. They're seeking quick information, not entertainment. Overloading your website with too many elements can drive users away long before your homepage fully loads. Most people are viewing your site on screens ranging from 15 to 19 inches, with limited color display and slower internet speeds.
As a website owner, test your site using a 28.8k connection. If your page takes too long to load, reconsider its size. Ideally, your webpage should be no larger than 50K, with 30K being optimal. Consider this: Yahoo's homepage, one of the most visited globally, is only 20K.
How to Enhance Your Website
1. Balance Design and Speed
A successful webpage must load quickly without sacrificing visual appeal. Often, owners struggle to balance these aspects. Instead of relying heavily on graphics, consider alternative design techniques.
2. Optimized Design Choices
- Use color schemes instead of large graphics.
- Create borders with cell colors.
- Leverage negative space?"what’s not there can be as impactful as what is.
3. Less is More
Be thoughtful about your design choices. Ask yourself: Will this graphic attract or retain visitors? If not, eliminate it. The goal is to make browsing easier, not frustrating. Avoid creating a digital experience akin to waiting for TV ads to end.
By adopting these strategies, you not only enhance user experience but also keep your audience coming back. Remember, the web is designed to simplify life, not complicate it with heavy, slow-loading pages.
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