Chapter 4

1 Graphic elements are used for conveying simple messages. You can provide a good sense of how your site will operate to your users, if you provide consistent basic imagery.

2 A visual hierarchy is used to attract the eye and move it from one thing to the next. Laying out your page so that the users eye goes toward a central interest is good, because the users attention will be drawn to and from that during their visit.

3 Consistency is important when designing. Colors, images, terms, and links should all be of the same realm and should create somewhat of an environment the user must become adapt to, and easily.

4 Pages should be laid out in a way that is similar to the average website, therefore more users will be able to comprehend your information and also make it easier for them to find.

5 Visual organization is so important. Making your site user friendly and easy to navigate is what keeps them coming back. Content is what your aiming to give out, and the structure at which you present your content is what makes your site a valuable one.