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    114 design terms defined

    Design Glossary

    Master the language of design. From A/B Testing to Wireframes, explore essential terminology used by UI/UX designers worldwide.

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    Lean UX

    UX / Process

    A user experience approach emphasizing rapid, iterative testing and collaboration, aligning with Agile development.

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    O

    2 terms

    Onboarding

    UX / Process

    The initial process guiding and familiarizing new users with a product’s features and benefits.

    Onboarding Flow

    UX / Process

    A series of screens or steps specifically structured to introduce and teach users how to use key product features.

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    Paper Prototyping

    UX / Process

    Creating low-fidelity sketches on paper to quickly test and refine ideas before digital prototyping.

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    S

    2 terms

    Sitemap

    UX / Process

    A hierarchical outline or map of a website’s pages or screens.

    Storyboard

    UX / Process

    A sequence of images or sketches illustrating user interactions or scenarios, often paired with text descriptions.

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    User-Centered Design (UCD)

    UX / Process

    A design approach prioritizing user needs and feedback throughout the product development lifecycle.

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