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You can’t run a freelance business without creating a system to get more clients. Job search websites are a popular tool in that system, but if you’ve used one, you’ve probably had a bad experience.
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UX surveys can be pivotal tools for designers seeking to understand user preferences, opinions, and behaviors. They foster alignment between design strategies and user expectations and can i… Read More
2023-06-30 20:18
Offering an array of choices might seem like an excellent way to cater to diverse user preferences, but more often than not, it can cause decision fatigue, negatively impacting the user expe… Read More
2023-06-30 18:11
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2023-06-30 15:25
Optimizing your WordPress workflow often involves tweaking a few settings and functions. One of these features is post revisions. This built-in functionality can be a lifesaver, especially w… Read More
2023-06-29 18:29
Achieving digital accessibility and optimizing your platform for screen readers, can be a strategic decision with multifaceted benefits. Not only does it reflect empathy and inclusivity for… Read More
2023-06-29 17:17
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2023-06-29 14:45
Google’s Material Design guidelines introduced the ripple effect, a subtle animation that indicates user action. The ripple effect rapidly gained popularity in web design as a sophisti… Read More
2023-06-28 19:01
Web design takes a captivating turn when CSS comes into play. It enables a world of transformations, such as taking static text elements and infusing them with life. Our focus today is one s… Read More
2023-06-28 15:54
CSS truly is a remarkable tool in a web designer’s toolkit, capable of bringing even the most vibrant creative visions to life. Today, we’re immersing ourselves in the radiant wo… Read More
2023-06-28 14:01
WordPress is generally a secure platform, but there are ways to make it even more robust. Hiding the version of your WordPress instance is one such way to beef up security. While this might… Read More
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Web designers often seek tools that can bring static elements to life, and CSS keyframes are a great ally for this task. Keyframes enable us to animate elements over a certain duration, prov… Read More
2023-06-27 15:45
Website speed is critical to the success of any online venture, which is why we’ll discuss how to disable Emoji Autoload in WordPress in this guide. Not only does site speed have a dir… Read More
2023-06-27 14:09
Embossing is a graphical effect used to give the impression that the surface of an image has been raised or pressed in. In web design, an embossed text effect can give your typography a thre… Read More
2023-06-26 18:51
Imagine you’re on a website, eagerly waiting for content to load, but all you see is a blank screen. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? The spinning loader, or spinner, is a UI el… Read More
2023-06-26 15:32
In recent years, ghost buttons have solidified their position as a trendy and elegant element. Characterized by their transparent nature and minimalist outline, ghost buttons, also known as… Read More
2023-06-23 21:02
With the growing eco-system of CSS, designers, and developers are continually seeking ways to leverage its power for interactive UI elements. One such element is the toggle button, an essent… Read More
2023-06-23 18:45
In the field of design, simplicity can often eclipse complexity. Minimalist design principles echo across varied creative fields — from architecture to product design, and notably, typ… Read More
2023-06-23 14:22
Creating a fire animation text effect with CSS is an imaginative way to bring dynamism to your content. Although it may not be the go-to choice for a conventional website, it reveals the cre… Read More
2023-06-22 18:03
Interactive elements can elevate a website’s experience. Among these, the button is a crucial component, and when well-designed, it can potentially improve user engagement. 3D buttons… Read More
2023-06-22 14:45
Today, we’re exploring progress bars and their role in user interaction on websites. Progress bars provide users with visual cues for ongoing activities, such as page loading, file upl… Read More
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Today, we’ll delve into a creating tooltip with a retro gaming-inspired design that could add an interactive, fun touch to your interface. This guide will walk you through the setup ne… Read More
2023-06-21 07:17
Gradients—a seamless transition of colors—are a powerful visual tool that can transform a plain background into a dynamic digital landscape. With CSS, you can create linear, radi… Read More
2023-06-21 04:43
Web design provides a canvas where technological precision and creativity converge. In this exploration, we’ll be embarking more on the creative side, unmasking an exciting feature of… Read More
2023-06-19 18:26
SCSS is a powerful syntax of Sass that extends the capabilities of CSS, making it easier to create dynamic and customizable styles. To see this in action, we’ll demonstrate how to crea… Read More
2023-06-19 15:58
In web development, it’s often the small touches that enhance the user experience and make your website stand out. The :placeholder-shown pseudo-class in CSS selects input elements whe… Read More
2023-06-19 14:24
Today, we’ll explore how to design blockquotes using the CSS ::before pseudo-element. This straightforward yet versatile element allows designers to add styling or insert content befor… Read More
2023-06-19 13:36
Social proof is the psychological phenomenon where individuals follow the actions of others, believing that those actions represent the correct behavior.
Think about the long lines outside a… Read More
2023-06-16 19:00
Today, we’re exploring a simple yet effective technique for toggling CSS classes on an HTML element using JavaScript. We’ll demonstrate this on a button element, and highlight th… Read More
2023-06-16 18:59
Web designers are continually on the lookout for tools that improve their workflow and productivity. For that reason, we’re highlighting five essential Chrome extensions, covering vari… Read More
2023-06-16 18:59
The CSS pseudo-class :indeterminate is a handy tool that can add a layer of sophistication to user interface interactions. Primarily, it helps to indicate an intermediate state in UI element… Read More
2023-06-06 05:00
We’ve all been there: Manually recreating website designs in Figma, desktops cluttered with screenshots for benchmarking, improving web copy without design context…
But what if… Read More
2023-04-24 08:22
More and more users prefer browsing websites in dark mode to reduce eye strain and save battery life. To provide the best user experience, it’s helpful to implement an automatic dark m… Read More
2023-04-19 08:34
One of the most important aspects of web design is color contrast, which refers to the difference in brightness and/or color between two elements on a page. In this article, we’ll expl… Read More
2023-04-17 08:56
JavaScript can be used to significantly improve the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) of your website. In this article, we will discuss some JavaScript snippets that you can use t… Read More
2023-04-12 08:19
When it comes to web design, color is a crucial element that can make or break the overall user experience. While there are several ways to define colors in web design, three of the most pop… Read More
2023-04-10 08:22
CSS Variables, also known as Custom Properties, have revolutionized the way we manage styles and build maintainable, flexible stylesheets. They enable developers to store and reuse values th… Read More
2023-04-07 08:31
AI, or artificial intelligence, has brought about significant improvements in the world of web development recently. By automating repetitive and mundane tasks, as well as finding solutions… Read More
2023-03-22 08:02
When developing web applications, it may be necessary to get the X and Y position of HTML elements on the page for a variety of purposes, such as positioning other elements relative to the t… Read More
2023-03-20 08:10
Autocomplete is a feature that can save users’ time by suggesting previously entered information when filling out forms. Although it can be a helpful feature, sometimes it can be a pri… Read More
2023-03-15 08:54
visibility: hidden and display: none are two CSS properties that can be used to hide elements. While they may seem similar at first glance, there are some significant differences between the… Read More
2023-03-13 08:44
Maintaining the aspect ratio of a div is a common requirement when creating responsive web designs. In this article, we’ll explore how to use CSS to maintain the aspect ratio of a div… Read More
2023-03-08 09:53
While checkboxes are relatively straightforward to implement, aligning them with their labels can be a challenge, as each browser renders them differently. In this article, we will explain h… Read More
2023-03-06 09:38
NPM, which stands for Node Package Manager, is a package manager for the JavaScript programming language. It provides a central repository for managing and sharing packages of code that can… Read More
2023-02-27 09:17
The CSS selectors :where() and :is() are two pseudo-classes that allow you to select elements based on their relationship with other elements. Although they sound similar, they are different… Read More
2023-02-20 09:36
JavaScript does not have a direct equivalent to the PHP sleep() function, which pauses the execution of a script for a specified number of seconds. However, there are a few ways to achieve s… Read More
2023-02-13 09:45
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2023-02-10 09:23
In this quick tip, we’re going to show you 2 different ways to disable the resizing of a textarea, for those times when you don’t want the user to be able to control it in this m… Read More
2023-02-06 09:22
There are two main CSS properties that control text selection highlighting: user-select and -webkit-user-select. These properties are used to specify whether or not users are able to select… Read More
2023-02-01 09:49
Yes, we know we’re a bit late to the party, what with the :has() selector making the rounds of web design and development headlines. But better late than never, right? So let’s d… Read More
2023-01-17 09:52
If you are running a web design business, your portfolio website is one of your most important tools to attract new clients. In order to actually generate leads through your website, you hav… Read More
2023-01-10 09:52
The world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has evolved dramatically in recent years, compared to the black box it once was a decade ago. One of the hotter topics broadcasted from Google i… Read More
2022-11-29 09:36
When it comes to typography, there’s a seemingly infinite number of styles to choose from. But which one is the right one for your next design?
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2022-11-22 09:33
If you’re a freelancer, then you know that one of the most important aspects of your business is getting paid what you’re worth. But negotiating competitive freelance rates can b… Read More
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In today’s world of technology, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest programming languages. One language that has been growing in popularity over the past few years is Node… Read More
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2022-11-01 08:34
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2022-10-25 08:26
No one is perfect, and that goes for website owners as well. Even the best, most well-coded and thoughtfully put together websites will experience errors and issues at some point – it… Read More
2022-10-19 08:51
WordPress has undergone quite a few changes as of late. In the past few years alone, there have been major updates to WordPress core, changing how people interact with the CMS in major ways… Read More
2022-10-11 08:11
If you’re looking to build an audience in 2022 and beyond, you’ll need to set up an effective email marketing campaign. Often, this involves using an email marketing platform to… Read More
2022-10-04 08:24
There are a lot of different options out there when it comes to hosting your website. And it can be tough to decide which one is right for you, but don’t worry – we’re here… Read More
2022-09-27 08:09
As the leaves change color and the weather starts to cool down, it’s time to start thinking about how to update your website for fall. One easy way to do this is by adding some subtle… Read More
2022-09-20 08:22
We all know how frustrating it can be to feel creatively stuck. Whether you’re trying to come up with new ideas for a project or simply looking for a fresh perspective, sometimes all i… Read More
2022-09-15 08:02
There’s nothing quite like the feeling when fall arrives. The breezes are cool and every time you set foot outside, you’re met with the sweet rush of crisp, fresh air.
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2022-09-13 08:41
Do you ever get frustrated using Dev Tools when working on a website project? Having to go back and forth between the web page you’re working on and the inspector to view CSS and make… Read More
2022-07-28 09:24
Have you ever felt perplexed about how to use WYSIWYG editors in WordPress? We’ll guide you through what WYSIWYG editors are, give you tips on using them, and show you an alternative t… Read More
2022-07-05 09:39
Looking for typography inspiration for your next or future web design projects? We’ve rounded up some of the most creative and award-winning examples of typography usage in these websi… Read More
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Nobody likes to wait for your web page to load, so of course we want to make the time go by easier with animation. In this post we have provided you with some examples and code for ways to d… Read More
2022-06-16 08:56
If you’re a frequent visitor to 1WD, you know we’ve been following the progress of Tailwind CSS, and you also know we love us some WordPress! In this article, we’re going t… Read More
2022-05-19 09:33
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2022-05-05 10:00
Scrolling text on a website is almost as old as the internet. You may remember the days when marquees with horizontal scrolling text were all the rage, and we (some of us) thought it was one… Read More
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