OK, so we know that mobile websites are huge and are only going to grow in ubiquity from here on out. That means they'll be available with lots of different features.
But just like web pages, so much of the success of a mobile website comes down to great design. Not graphic design, per se, but the user interface (UI) and how easy and intuitive it is for people to use the site.
With that in mind, here are a few things to think about when you're designing a mobile website.
1. Think On the Go.
Remember that people are using mobiles when they're on the go, so there's no need to cram every last detail about the company on there. Save that for your website. Keep it convenient and simple and tell them only what they need to know about your business.
2. Placement Matters.
People use their thumbs and fingers on mobile devices. Give your buttons some space between each other so users can press the right ones the first time. And keep in mind the way users hold their devices and place buttons accordingly.
3. Work Within Size Restrains.
Mobile devices have small screens and various download speeds. Not everyone's eyesight is perfect and you can never be sure what coverage will be like. So plan and design accordingly so that users can see the information they want as fast as they want to see it.
These are just 3 of the many things you need to consider when designing a mobile website. There are plenty more to think about once you get going.
Hope you'll look forward to the next post from me where I'll talk about the different ways that businesses can use mobile websites to connect with customers.
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