What Are The Top Myths Of Web Development And Design

Web design is something that only a few can really master. All web designers must be talented and innovative, but there are a few who are more intricately engaged with their profession than others. On account of an ever expanding number of web designers aspiring to get into website design profession, a big array of untruths have cropped up. Following is a list of few such myths.

Myth #1: It is good to have flash on the site

Flash is type of software that boosts the aesthetics of a web page but it is dispensable. Adding flash to a web site is not the only way to make it beautiful. There are several other methods such as introduction of varied colors, pictures and cartoons that can improve the aesthetic semblance of a site. Furthermore, flash is generally a large software that takes a considerable amount of time to load on the page. Hence, the websites that include flash take more time to load. Also, if you integrate flash in a web site, the designer should make available a non-flash version to users to allow quick transmission of information in case the users’ internet connection is slow.

Myth #2: Lots of colors make the site attractive

Most website design professionals make a vivid use of colors to lend a touch of vibrancy to the web pages. However, an over-use of too many colors usually mars the overall impression of a site. It is wise to make a very careful selection and confine the usage to an utmost of 3-5 colors per page. A single color may be used for emphasizing the page hyper-links across a website to make it readable.

Myth #3: Images make the site attractive

Web designers prescribe the use of images for boosting the overall appeal of a website. However, an overuse of pictures, images or cartoons kills the sobriety of the website, and serves as a major put off for the site users. Moreover, web pages that include picture usually take a while to load. Since the attention span of the visitors is very limited, an unnecessary clutter of images and delay in loading pages would likely motivate them to leave and move on to some other site.

Myth #4: Web pages look the same through multiple browsers

As opposed to the general belief, web sites tend to look different when viewed on different browsers. It is important for website designers to view and review their sites from different browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc for ensuring clarity, good resolution and appeal. Nowadays more users are accessing the internet on their mobile phones. Hence, designers should also include mobile browsers in their review of the web sites.

Myth #5: It is important to hire professionals for web designing

Obviously, experienced web designers are far better versed with the complexities of web designing than amateurs. However, it does not mean that beginners cannot learn and handle the tricks of the trade. With due time and continued devotion, amateurs may also try their hand at website designing and development. It is not the forte of professional designers only. If you are a novice and want to design and develop your website, by all means, go ahead and learn how to do it yourself. Daljeet Sidhu is the author of this article.