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FUTURE-PROOF WEB DESIGN
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Figure 1-7:  ere’s no shame in providing Internet Explorer 6 users with a very usable and
satisfying experience.
As the use of tablets increased in popularity, web designers on the cutting edge began to
investigate how this unique input method could a ect interactions on sites. At  rst, it
seemed strange that people might not be using a mouse or keyboard. Continued study is
the best route to understanding any device or design variable.
You want to make your site as unique and easy to use as possible—and give users a mem-
orable experience (don’t go over the top). Designers have come to look fondly on trends
(see Figure 1-8), conventions, and patterns for this very reason. Part of adaptation is
moving with the times, working with your surroundings, and recognizing when views of
how the Web should operate alter over the years. Maintaining a high level of awareness
and staying ahead of the curve makes sense.
Figure 1-8: Following trends isn’t a bad thing, especially because they’re usually based on established
solutions.
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